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RTI replies in accessible formats for PwD — CIC
Central Information Commission · 2021-01-01 · Citation awaited
§7(4) mandates PIOs provide information in accessible formats (Braille/audio/screen-readable) for PwD.
Case details
| Court | Central Information Commission |
|---|---|
| Decided | 2021-01-01 |
| Citation | Citation awaited |
| Petitioner | Person with disability |
| Respondent | PIO |
| RTI Act sections | §7(4) |
| Outcome | Applicant allowed |
Outcome
§7(4) requires PIOs to provide information in accessible formats for persons with sensory disability.
Ratio decidendi
§7(4) places an obligation on PIOs to provide assistance to persons with sensory disability to access information. This includes Braille output, audio recordings, screen-reader-compatible digital formats, and assisted inspection.
Keywords
disability, §7(4), accessibility, CIC, Braille
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