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Central or state Act — primary legislation passed by the legislature. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Landmark transparency legislation empowering citizens to request information from public authorities, replacing the Freedom of Information Act 2002. Widely regarded as one of the strongest accountability tools in Indian democracy.
Key Facts
TypeAct
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedWednesday, 15 June 2005
Affected Population1.4 billion citizens, 20 million government employees
Key Numbers
20 million central + state government employees
Rs 3.3 lakh crore transferred via DBT
1,500+ services on UMANG app
UAPA cases: 5,000+ pending
Key Authorities
PMOCabinet SecretariatDARPGNITI AayogMinistry of Home Affairs
Key Stakeholders
Civil ServantsState GovernmentsJudiciaryCitizensHuman Rights DefendersMedia & Press
Government Context
UPA ICongress-led UPA
Centre-Left
LeftCentreRight
Amendment History
3 changes recorded for this policy.
TypeSunday, 19 July 2026via historical
policy
act
SectorsTuesday, 11 August 2026via historical
Energy, Governance & Reform
Governance & Reform
DescriptionWednesday, 9 September 2026via the_hindu_policy
Landmark transparency legislation empowering citizens to request information from public authorities, replacing the Freedom of Information Act 2002. Widely regarded as one of the strongest accountability tools in Indian democracy.
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