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Indian Olympic Association v. Harinder Dhingra
Central Information Commission (Full Bench) · 2013-04-11 · Citation awaited · ★ Landmark
Substantial financing includes concessional benefits (land, rates); IOA brought under §2(h).
Case details
| Court | Central Information Commission (Full Bench) |
|---|---|
| Decided | 2013-04-11 |
| Citation | Citation awaited |
| Petitioner | Indian Olympic Association |
| Respondent | Harinder Dhingra |
| RTI Act sections | §2(h) |
| Outcome | Applicant allowed |
Outcome
IOA held a 'public authority' under §2(h) due to substantial state support.
Ratio decidendi
'Substantial financing' extends to indirect State benefits such as concessional land allotments, tax exemptions and equipment grants — not only direct cash grants.
Keywords
Indian Olympic Association, public authority, substantial financing, §2(h)
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