Is Advocate Comes Under Rti?

As a citizen he can personally ask for information but not as an advocate on behalf of his client. ... The laudable objects of the RTI Act cannot be used for personal ends and should not become a tool in the hands of the advocate for seeking all kinds of information in order to promote his practice.

Can RTI be filed by an advocate?

Yes, all citizens of India (and perhaps Persons of Indian Origin), including lawyers have the right to information under section 3 and can seek information under RTI.

Can a lawyer file RTI on behalf of client?

Can a lawyer submit an RTI apllication and ask for information on behalf of his client under RTI Act. Some one saying that it will be treat as third party case.

Sarah Jenkins

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