RTI Query on Publishing UPSC Mock Interviews Without Candidate Consent Dismissed

A Right to Information (RTI) query filed by Shashank Gaur questioned whether UPSC coaching centres can publish candidates' mock interviews online without their consent, especially if the candidate objects after improving their performance. The Department of Consumer Affairs responded that such queries seek advice and do not qualify as information under the RTI Act. This response was upheld by the Central Information Commission, which dismissed the appeal, noting the public authority had provided an appropriate reply. The issue also raised concerns about the use of students' names for promotional purposes by coaching institutes.