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The Second Appeal under the Right to Information Act, 2005 is the remedy available to applicants when the First Appellate Authority’s decision is unsatisfactory or no decision is made within the prescribed time. It is filed before the Central Information Commission (CIC) or the State Information Commission (SIC).

A "Memo of Appearance" is a procedural document filed by an advocate to notify the court of their appearance on behalf of a party, usually as a temporary step until a formal Vakalatnama is filed. While the Memo is signed only by the advocate, a Vakalatnama is a formal power of attorney signed by the client, granting full authority to the advocate.

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) was enacted to address India’s growing need for a comprehensive privacy framework. It stems from constitutional recognition of privacy as a fundamental right, the rapid expansion of the digital economy, global trade requirements, and rising concerns about misuse of personal data.

The First Appeal under the Right to Information Act, 2005 is a legal remedy available to applicants who are not satisfied with the response of the Public Information Officer (PIO) or do not receive a reply within the prescribed time. It ensures accountability by allowing citizens to escalate their RTI request to the First Appellate Authority (FAA).

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) introduces a comprehensive framework for processing personal data in India. It emphasizes consent, rights of individuals, obligations of organizations, cross-border data rules, and heavy penalties for non-compliance.