Right to Information Act 2005 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive and authoritative compendium on India's transparency and accountability legislation. It presents the complete, updated text of the Act, along with carefully curated, section-wise notes, explanatory commentary, and relevant case law references that elucidate each provision in a clear, practical manner. In addition to the principal Act, the volume incorporates the Right to Information Rules 2012 and the Central Information Commission (Management) Regulations 2007, offering a consolidated statutory framework governing the right to access information from public authorities. This publication functions both as a Bare Act and as a practical statutory guide, explaining the scope of citizens' rights, the obligations of public authorities, procedural requirements, exemptions, appeals, and penalties under the Act. From understanding the constitutional and democratic foundations of the right to information to navigating procedural aspects such as filing RTI applications, handling third-party information, and pursuing appeals before Information Commissions, this book provides an in-depth, user-friendly exposition of the law.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Practitioners & Academicians – Advocates, researchers, and law students who require accurate statutory text supported by section notes, judicial references, and interpretative guidance for academic study, advisory work, and litigation
• Public Administrators & Government Officials – Central and State Public Information Officers, Appellate Authorities, compliance officers, and policymakers responsible for implementing, administering, and enforcing the RTI regime
• Journalists, RTI Activists & Civil Society Organisations – For investigative work, governance oversight, and promoting transparency and accountability in public administration
• General Citizens – An accessible statutory resource enabling individuals to understand their rights and effectively exercise the right to information

The Present Publication is the 2026 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Right to Information Act [Act No. 22 of 2005] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete Statutory Text] The full text of the Right to Information Act 2005 is reproduced verbatim, ensuring accuracy, authenticity, and reliability
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to amendments through appropriate footnotes, enabling readers to understand the legal position during the pre-amendment period and its transitional relevance
• [Detailed Section Notes & Commentary] Each section is supported by explanatory notes that clarify legal terminology, legislative intent, procedural requirements, and practical application
• [Inclusion of Allied Rules & Regulations] The book consolidates the Right to Information Rules 2012 and the Central Information Commission (Management) Regulations 2007, making it a single-point statutory reference for RTI law
• [Case Law References] Important judicial decisions and Supreme Court rulings are selectively referenced to provide insight into how provisions have been interpreted and applied in practice
• [User-friendly Presentation] Clear chapter divisions, structured layout, schedules (including intelligence and security organisations), and a comprehensive subject index facilitate quick navigation and easy reference

The structure of the book is designed to ensure clarity, usability, and ease of reference:

• Modular Organisation – Clearly demarcated sections covering the principal Act, allied Rules, Regulations, Schedules, and Appendices
• Section-wise Arrangement – Each chapter presents the statutory text followed by concise yet meaningful explanatory notes
• Indexed & Cross-referenced – An exhaustive subject index and internal cross-references help readers quickly locate specific sections, topics, and legal issues
• Systematic Updates – Amendments and judicial developments are seamlessly integrated without disturbing the flow of the Bare Act