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Section 13 — No suit, prosecution or other legal proceeding shall lie against any person for anything which is in good faith done or intended to be done under this Act or any rule made thereunder
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No suit, prosecution or other legal proceeding shall lie against any person for anything which is in good faith done or intended to be done under this Act or any rule made thereunder
Right to Information Act, 2005
Chapter VI Miscellaneous
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Reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar · Practicing since 3 yearsLegal ProtectionGood FaithOfficial Secrets ActTransparency
🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say?
Section 13 of the RTI Act says that no one can be sued or prosecuted for doing something in good faith under this law. This means if someone is acting honestly while following the RTI Act, they are protected from legal action. This section also says that the RTI Act is more important than other older laws like the Official Secrets Act. It also prevents courts from questioning orders made under the RTI Act.
💡 Real Life Example
Amit, a government officer, provides information under the RTI Act. Someone tries to sue him for releasing the information. However, Section 13 protects Amit because he acted in good faith. Amit is safe from legal action. There are no direct legal consequences for Amit.
🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
- •Know that you cannot be sued for acting in good faith under the RTI Act.
- •Understand that the RTI Act overrides older laws.
- •Realize that court challenges to RTI orders are limited to appeals.
- •Seek legal advice if you face legal action related to the RTI Act.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 13 of the RTI Act protects people who act in good faith while implementing the Act. It prevents lawsuits or prosecutions against them. It also states that the RTI Act is more important than older laws like the Official Secrets Act. It also prevents courts from questioning orders made under the RTI Act. This ensures the smooth functioning of the RTI process.
Section 13 does not specify any punishments. It mainly provides protection to individuals acting in good faith under the RTI Act. It prevents legal action against them. It ensures that people can implement the RTI Act without fear of lawsuits or prosecutions.
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Sources & References
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, with 3 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Right to Information Act, 2005
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified advocate for specific legal matters.
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