Srinagar, April 15 -- Right to Information Act was envisioned as a powerful tool to democratize governance, giving citizens the ability to question, scrutinize, and demand accountability from public authorities. Over the years, its impact has been profound: ordinary people have used it to uncover corruption, push for transparency in welfare schemes, and ensure that government machinery remains answerable. The latest data showing a sharp decline in the rejection rate of RTI applications; from over seven percent a decade ago to just above three percent today, signals a meaningful shift in how the framework is functioning. It suggests that fewer requests are being turned away, and more citizens are receiving the information they seek.

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