§6(2) no-motive rule — Madras HC
Quick Reply: A PIO cannot reject an RTI application on the ground that the applicant has a 'personal motive' or 'harassment intent'. §6(2) bars inquiry into motive; PIO cannot.
High Court of Madras · 2013-01-01 · Citation awaited
§6(2) bars inquiry into motive; PIO cannot reject citing applicant's alleged vexatious or malafide intent.
Case details
| Court | High Court of Madras |
|---|---|
| Decided | 2013-01-01 |
| Citation | Citation awaited |
| Petitioner | RTI applicant |
| Respondent | PIO |
| RTI Act sections | §6(2) |
| Outcome | Applicant allowed |
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Outcome
A PIO cannot reject an RTI application on the ground that the applicant has a 'personal motive' or 'harassment intent'.
Ratio decidendi
§6(2) expressly bars a PIO from requiring the applicant to state any reason for seeking information. A PIO cannot reject on the ground of perceived 'malafide', 'harassment intent', or 'vexatious' purpose. §8 is the exclusive ground for refusal.
Keywords
§6(2), motive, Madras HC, vexatious applications
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