Exemptions under RTI Act, 2005 - Part 1

Is every piece of personal information automatically exempt under RTI?

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1
Is every piece of personal information automatically exempt under RTI?
Options
A. The statutory exemption applies to information falling within Section 8(1)(j), subject to the Act and applicable interpretation
B. Yes, without exception
C. No personal information can ever be exempt
D. Only information about Government employees is exempt
Explanation
Explanation: The current text of Section 8(1)(j) must be applied as amended and interpreted by competent authorities/courts; it should not be treated as a blanket rule for every document containing personal information.
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