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The Tamil Nadu Right to Information Act, 1997

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The Tamil Nadu Right to Information Act, 1997, establishes a legal framework for citizens to access official records and documents held by the State Government and its various local or statutory authorities. It grants individuals the right to request information, provided it does not compromise national security, public order, or sensitive internal policy deliberations. The Act mandates that authorities respond to such requests within thirty working days. By creating a structured process for transparency and accountability, the legislation empowers the public to hold government bodies responsible while balancing the need for confidentiality in sensitive administrative and legal matters.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement
  2. 2. NO TITLE PRINTED]
  3. 3. Right of Access
  4. 4. Appeal
  5. 5. UNCERTAIN: Protection of action taken in good faith]
  6. 6. NO TITLE PRINTED]
  7. 7. Provided that no such order shall be made after the expiry of two years from the date of the commencement of this Act.

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