A Quantitative Investigation of Experts' Opinions on Role of Right to Information (RTI) Act in Curbing Corruption

Harikumar Pallathadka; Laxmi Kirana Pallathadka; Pushparaj

doi:10.55544/ijrah.2.6.20

Authors

Harikumar Pallathadka Manipur International University, Imphal, Manipur, INDIA.
Laxmi Kirana Pallathadka Manipur International University, Imphal, Manipur, INDIA.
Pushparaj Manipur International University, Imphal, Manipur, INDIA.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55544/ijrah.2.6.20

Keywords:

RTI, Anna Hazare, anti-corruption

Abstract

The adequacy of the Right to Information (RTI) Act as an apparatus for battling defilement in India has been concentrated broadly. The RTI Act was declared in October 2005 to guarantee straightforwardness and excellent administration. In light of content examination and profundity interviews with a couple of civil servants and activists, the paper shows that the RTI Act has prevailed regarding decreasing data deviations and uncovering debasement. Local officials have become generally responsive and responsible to support since the declaration of the RTI Act. It has helped the citizens of India in fighting corruption and other such social evils to a great extent. People can now get information from any department they want without hassle or worries. Transparency and accountability are essential, especially in government departments, and RTI helps achieve just that. It has brought out many social issues causing trouble to the people.

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