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The tenure of Central Information Commissioner is1. 5 years or 62 years of age2. 6 years or 65 years of age3. 3 years or 65 years of age4. for such term as may be prescribed by the Central Government

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : for such term as may be prescribed by the Central Government

The correct answer is option 4.

  • Every Information Commissioner shall hold office “for such term as may be prescribed by the Central Government” or till he attains the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier, and shall not be eligible for reappointment as such Information Commissioner.
  • The 2005 act was amended in 2019.
  • CIC is not eligible for reappointment.
  • Under the provision of Section-12 of RTI Act 2005, the Central Government shall, by notification in the Official Gazette, constitute a body to be known as the Central Information Commission.
  • The Central Information Commission shall consist of the Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) and a number of Central Information Commissioners not exceeding 10 as may be deemed necessary.


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