The Supreme Court of India has recently ruled on the applicability of the Right to Information Act, 2005 to the Chief Justice of India. Background: The case originated from a petition filed by a group of activists, who sought information about the assets and liabilities of the Chief Justice of India. Parties: The petitioners argued that the Chief Justice of India was a public authority and therefore subject to the Right to Information Act, while the respondent contended that the Act was not applicable to the Chief Justice. Legal issues: The court examined the scope of the Right to Information Act, focusing on the definition of 'public authority' and the intent of the legislature. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that the Chief Justice of India was a public authority and therefore subject to the Right to Information Act, but the information sought by the petitioners was exempt from disclosure under the Act. Significance: This judgment has significant implications for transparency and accountability in the judiciary, as it clarifies the scope of the Right to Information Act and its applicability to the Chief Justice of India.