rti-for-police-verification-passport
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Police verification adverse — RTI for remarks
Direct answer. File RTI to SP-CID/SB. Ask copy of PV report, adverse remarks, basis for remarks, representation framework.
Legal framework
- Passports Act 1967 §5/6.
- Section 4(1)(d) RTI — reasons for adverse decisions.
5 questions to ask
- PV report copy.
- Adverse remarks (with reasons).
- Source of remarks.
- Representation framework.
- Officer-in-charge.
Template
To: The Public Information Officer, SP-CID / Special Branch Subject: Application under §6 RTI Act 2005 — PV adverse remarks My passport file [..] PV adverse — please furnish (1) PV report, (2) adverse remarks, (3) source, (4) representation framework, (5) officer-in-charge. Fee: Rs.10 by IPO/cash.
Common mistakes
- Filing only at RPO — go to SP-CID.
- Skipping §4(1)(d) invocation.
Case law anchors
- Maneka Gandhi (1978) — passport = liberty.
- CIC/MEA/A/2017/000456 — PV adverse remarks disclosable.
Pro tips
- Pair with MADAD grievance.
- Representation to RPO with rebuttal.
FAQ
- Q: PV adverse for spouse — affects me? Some categories yes; RTI for spousal-PV file.
- Q: Pending criminal case adverse? Cite acquittal/closure if applicable.
Related reading
Sources
- Passports Act 1967. Maneka Gandhi (1978). RTI §4(1)(d).
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.
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