alleryRight to information laws are particularly important in democracy because
Athey end inequality
Bthey replace elections
Cthey give bureaucrats power over ministers
Dthey let citizens hold government accountable
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. they let citizens hold government accountable
1. Right to information helps citizens see how decisions are taken.
2. Citizens can then judge whether government followed proper procedures.
3. This is a key pillar of accountability.
_Source: syllabus Polity, Ch 5 "Outcomes of Democracy"_
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