Which one of the following sections of RTI Act, 2005 casts a responsib

Which one of the following sections of RTI Act, 2005 casts a responsibility on the Government of States to develop and organize educational programmes to advance the understanding of the public about exercise of their right to information ?

Section 26(1)(a)
Section 28(1)(c)
Section 30(1)(a)
Section 32(1)(c)
This question was previously asked in
UPSC SO-Steno – 2018
The correct answer is A. Section 26(1)(a) of the Right to Information Act, 2005, specifically places the responsibility on the appropriate Government to develop and organize educational programmes for the public about the exercise of their right to information.
– Section 26 of the RTI Act deals with the responsibilities of the ‘appropriate Government’ (Central or State) regarding the implementation and promotion of the Act.
– Sub-section (1)(a) of Section 26 mandates the appropriate Government to “develop and organise educational programmes to advance the understanding of the public, particularly disadvantaged communities to exercise the right to information”.
Section 26 outlines several steps to be taken by the government to promote the Act, including publishing relevant information, training CPIOs, bringing out guides, and undertaking similar activities besides organizing educational programmes. This section is vital for ensuring that the right to information is not just a legal provision but is also understood and effectively utilized by the citizens.