1. The first ‘right' of a citizen is to request and obtain information. On what constitutes information under the Act, refer to link ‘information' from the home page or click here. To recall from whom information can be obtained refer to link 'From whom to ask for information' on the home page or, click here.

2. The form in which information can be obtained is the choice of person requesting for information. This is also a right. The applicant can decide the form in which he desires the information and indicate details of the same in his application.

• One can, for instance, inspect records and documents. Inspection can also be done of works (or office) of an organization.

• Another way of obtaining information is to take notes, extracts or certified copies of documents and records.

• One may request for information as photocopies or may be in a floppy or a compact disc (CD) or in tapes and video cassettes depending on one's own requirements.

• Print-outs of information stored in a computer etc. can also be obtained.

• Even samples of material can be taken as information.

If the Public Information Officer decides to supply information in form other than requested, the citizen can file appeal against such a decision of the Public Information officer.

3. Added to the above rights, is the right of the citizen to file appeal (two stages of appeal are prescribed) against a decision of the Public Information Officer/ his immediate superior and, to make a complaint direct to Information Commission if grievance is there.

4. The citizens also have the right that they should be charged reasonable fee under the Act. If unreasonable fee is demanded, appeal can be preferred.