CIC Appointed Prior To 2019 RTI Amendment Act Entitled To Pensionary Benefits Equivalent To Retired Supreme Court Judge: Kerala High Court

Kerala High Court Restricts State Chief Information Commissioner Appointments to Retired Supreme Court Judges: In a significant interpretation of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, the Kerala High Court ruled that only retired judges of the Supreme Court of India are eligible for appointment to the position of State Chief Information Commissioner. This judgment adopts a strict interpretation of the relevant provisions of the RTI Act, emphasizing the need to maintain the highest standards of judicial experience and integrity for individuals overseeing transparency and accountability within the state. This ruling could potentially have wider implications, impacting the eligibility criteria and current appointments of State Chief Information Commissioners across other states in India.