Delhi High Court Stays CIC Order on DSSSB Exam Inquiry
The Delhi High Court has paused an order by the Chief Information Commission (CIC) that directed an investigation into alleged irregularities in a Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) exam. The CIC’s order, based on an appeal by Mahavir Singh, required DSSSB to look into claims of impersonation and improper conduct during the exam. DSSSB challenged this order, arguing it was beyond CIC’s authority. The court has scheduled the next hearing for October 21, 2024.
Background
Mahavir Singh had filed an RTI application seeking information about a candidate’s roll number and address, which was denied. He then appealed to the CIC, which led to the order for an inquiry into the alleged irregularities.
Arguments
During the hearing, DSSSB’s counsel, Avnish Ahlawat, argued that the CIC’s directive was beyond the scope of the Right to Information Act, 2005. She stated that the CIC’s role is limited to ensuring the requested information is provided, not to direct inquiries.
Court’s Decision
Justice Sanjeev Narula issued a notice to Mahavir Singh and stayed the CIC’s order until the next hearing. The court has asked DSSSB to file an affidavit detailing any inquiries conducted and measures taken to prevent impersonation in their exams.
Doubts Revealed
Delhi High Court -: The Delhi High Court is a big court in Delhi, India, where important legal cases are decided.
CIC -: CIC stands for Chief Information Commission, which is a group that makes sure people can get information from the government.
DSSSB -: DSSSB stands for Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board, which is an organization that conducts exams to hire people for government jobs in Delhi.
irregularities -: Irregularities mean things that are not done correctly or fairly, like cheating or breaking rules.
impersonation -: Impersonation means pretending to be someone else, which is not allowed, especially in exams.
authority -: Authority means the power or right to make decisions and give orders.
hearing -: A hearing is a meeting in a court where people talk about a case and the judge listens to decide what to do next.
