RTI Second Appeal

Here are the steps on how to file a second appeal under Section 19(3) of the RTI Act:

1. Identify the Second Appellate Authority (SAA). The SAA is the officer who is responsible for hearing appeals against decisions of the First Appellate Authority (FAA). The name and address of the SAA can be found on the website of the concerned State Information Commission (SIC).

2. File your appeal in writing. Your appeal should be written in a clear and concise manner. It should state the reasons why you are appealing the decision of the FAA and the relief that you are seeking.

3. Provide all relevant information. Your appeal should provide all relevant information, such as the date of your RTI application, the name of the PIO, the decision of the PIO, the decision of the FAA, and the reasons for your appeal.

4. File your appeal within 30 days of receiving the decision of the FAA.

5. Send your appeal by post or hand it over in person to the SAA.

6. Keep a copy of your appeal for your records.

Here is a template for a second appeal under Section 19(3) of the RTI Act:

To,

The Second Appellate Authority

[Name of the State Information Commission]

[Address of the State Information Commission]

Subject: Appeal under Section 19(3) of the Right to Information Act, 2005

Sir/Madam,

I am writing to appeal against the decision of the First Appellate Authority (FAA) of [name of the State Information Commission] dated [date of the decision].

The FAA had upheld the decision of the Public Information Officer (PIO) of [name of the public authority] dated [date of the decision]. I believe that the decision of the FAA is wrong and I am appealing against it for the following reasons:

1. The FAA has not considered my arguments in a fair and objective manner.

2. The FAA has not provided any reasons for upholding the decision of the PIO.

3. The decision of the FAA is not in accordance with the law.

I request you to please review the decision of the FAA and direct the PIO to provide me with the information that I have requested.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

[Your name]

Here are some best practices while filing a second appeal:

• Be clear and concise in your appeal.

• Provide all relevant information.

• File your appeal within the stipulated time period.

• Keep a copy of your appeal for your records.

• Be patient. It can take several months for the SIC to hear your appeal.

The following documents need to be attached for second appeal:

• A copy of the RTI application

• A copy of the decision of the PIO

• A copy of the decision of the FAA

• A copy of the first appeal

• A detailed statement of facts and grounds of appeal

• A list of documents and evidence in support of the appeal

• A copy of the receipt for the filing fee

Please note that the list of documents may vary depending on the State Information Commission. You should check with the SIC to find out the exact list of documents required for filing a second appeal.

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