This case is accompanied by a Video Brief that can be shown in class or included in a digital coursepack. Teachers should consider the time of making the video accessible to students, as it may show key case aspects. In 2005, the Parliament of India enacted the Right to Information Act, a law giving citizens of India accessibility to central, state, and local government records. Under the law's provisions, citizens have the ability to request information regarding official acts from any public authority. Officials who delay or refuse requests are held responsible through fines or disciplinary actions.
Numerous people along with organizations were concerned in the difficult and lengthy process of getting this legislation enacted. It follows her history and the challenges she faced in developing her commitment to enhancing the lives of the poor and socially marginalized. HKS Case Number 1929.0
PUBLICATION DATE: July 28, 2010 PRODUCT #: HKS128-HCB-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT