Section 16 of RTI Act : Section 16: Term Of Office And Conditions Of Service

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Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where Mrs. Anjali has been appointed as the State Chief Information Commissioner of a state in India. According to Section 16(1) of The Right to Information Act, 2005, her term of office is determined by regulations set by the Central Government. However, regardless of the prescribed term, she cannot continue in her position after reaching the age of sixty-five.

Mr. Raj, a State Information Commissioner, has served for three years and is now 64 years old. As per Section 16(2), he can serve only until he is sixty-five or the term prescribed by the Central Government, whichever comes first. If he is later appointed as the State Chief Information Commissioner, his total...

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