Q. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Powers and functions of Central Information Commission’:
1. It can order inquiry into any matter on reasonable grounds.
2. It can order to compensate the complainant for any loss.
3. It has the powers of a civil court in respect of matter of receiving evidence on affidavit.
How many statements given above are correct?
Exp) Option c is the correct answer.
Statement 1 is correct. The Commission can order inquiry into any matter if there are reasonable grounds (suo-moto power).
Statement 2 is correct. In appropriate cases the Commission may order the public authority to compensate the complainant. It has the power to compensate the complainant for any loss or other detriment suffered by him.
Statement 3 is correct. While inquiring, the Commission has the powers of a civil court in respect of the following matters: (a) summoning and enforcing attendance of persons and compelling them to give oral or written evidence on oath and to produce documents or things; (b) requiring the discovery and inspection of documents; (c) receiving evidence on affidavit; (d) requisitioning any public record from any court or office; (e) issuing summons for examination of witnesses or documents; and (f ) any other matter which may be prescribed.
