Right to Information is

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Q: 17 (CAPF/2011)
Right to Information is

question_subject: 

Polity

question_exam: 

CAPF

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0,225,226,108,92,26,225

keywords: 

{'fundamental right': [9, 0, 2, 4], 'legal right': [6, 0, 3, 3], 'information': [5, 0, 6, 20]}

The correct answer is option 4 - both a fundamental right as well as a legal right.

Explanation:

A fundamental right is a basic right that is guaranteed to every citizen by the constitution of a country. In the case of India, the Right to Information (RTI) is considered a fundamental right under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution, which guarantees the freedom of speech and expression. The RTI Act, 2005 provides the legal framework for exercising this right.

On the other hand, a legal right is a right that is recognized and protected by law. The RTI Act, 2005 gives citizens the legal right to access information held by public authorities. It sets out the procedures and mechanisms for citizens to obtain information and imposes obligations on public authorities to provide information within stipulated timeframes.

Therefore, the Right to Information in India is both a fundamental right as it is protected by the constitution and a legal right as it is recognized and regulated by the RTI Act, 2005.