STATE INFORMATION COMMISSION
The State Information Commission (SIC) is an independent statutory body established under the Right to Information Act (RTI) of 2005 in each state of India. The primary function of the SIC is to ensure transparency, accountability, and access to information held by public authorities within the state. The SIC is responsible for hearing complaints and appeals filed under the RTI Act and ensuring that the public's right to information is protected and promoted at the state level.
The State Information Commission is composed of:
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Position |
Appointment |
Recommendation Committee |
Number |
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State Chief Information Commissioner (SCIC) |
Appointed by the Governor of the state. |
The Chief Minister, Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Assembly, and a Cabinet Minister nominated by the Chief Minister. |
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State Information Commissioners (SICs) |
Appointed by the Governor of the state. |
The Chief Minister, Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Assembly, and a Cabinet Minister nominated by the Chief Minister. |
Varies from state to state as determined by the state government. |
The tenure of the State Chief Information Commissioner and State Information Commissioners is:
Term Length: Five years.