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The State Information Commissions

This quiz covers various aspects of the State Information Commissions, including their composition, powers, and functions.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which article of the Constitution of India empowers the State Legislatures to constitute State Information Commissions?

  1. Article 12
  2. Article 19
  3. Article 21
  4. Article 32
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the tenure of the State Chief Information Commissioner?

  1. 3 years
  2. 5 years
  3. 7 years
  4. 10 years
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How many members are there in a State Information Commission, including the Chief Information Commissioner?

  1. 3
  2. 5
  3. 7
  4. 9
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who appoints the State Chief Information Commissioner and the other Information Commissioners?

  1. The Governor of the State
  2. The Chief Minister of the State
  3. The Speaker of the State Legislative Assembly
  4. The President of India
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the main functions of a State Information Commission?

  1. To receive and inquire into complaints from citizens regarding the denial of information by public authorities.
  2. To promote transparency and accountability in the functioning of public authorities.
  3. To ensure compliance with the provisions of the Right to Information Act.
  4. All of the above
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the time limit for a State Information Commission to dispose of a complaint?

  1. 30 days
  2. 60 days
  3. 90 days
  4. 120 days
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Can a State Information Commission impose penalties on public authorities for violating the provisions of the Right to Information Act?

  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Only if the public authority is a government department
  4. Only if the public authority is a non-government organization
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the procedure for appealing against an order of a State Information Commission?

  1. File an appeal with the High Court of the State
  2. File an appeal with the Supreme Court of India
  3. File an appeal with the Central Information Commission
  4. None of the above
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which State was the first to establish a State Information Commission?

  1. Karnataka
  2. Tamil Nadu
  3. Rajasthan
  4. Madhya Pradesh
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How many State Information Commissions are there in India?

  1. 28
  2. 29
  3. 30
  4. 31
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the website of the Central Information Commission?

  1. www.cic.gov.in
  2. www.rtiindia.gov.in
  3. www.rti.gov.in
  4. www.rtiact.gov.in
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the email address of the Central Information Commission?

  1. [email protected]
  2. [email protected]
  3. [email protected]
  4. [email protected]
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the telephone number of the Central Information Commission?

  1. 011-24651234
  2. 011-24651235
  3. 011-24651236
  4. 011-24651237
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the fax number of the Central Information Commission?

  1. 011-24651238
  2. 011-24651239
  3. 011-24651240
  4. 011-24651241
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the address of the Central Information Commission?

  1. August Kranti Bhawan, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi - 110066
  2. Lok Nayak Bhawan, Khan Market, New Delhi - 110003
  3. Vigyan Bhawan, Maulana Azad Road, New Delhi - 110011
  4. North Block, Raisina Hill, New Delhi - 110001
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