“We shall build a world where justice and equality are the foundation.”
A powerful short film documenting the early years (1994–1998) of the people’s struggle to access records and expose corruption through public hearings.
Celebrating 20 years of the Right to Information Act with India’s first RTI Fair
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The Right to Information empowers citizens to access government records, ensuring transparency, accountability, and active participation in democracy.
Key milestones and campaigns
MKSS founded in Devdungri, Rajasthan (Rajsamand district), Founding group included rural workers and social activists (Aruna Roy, Nikhil Dey, Shankar Singh & local community)
Jan Sunvai (public hearings) introduced as a new accountability tool Muster roll & bills publicly examined
Bhim block, Rajsamand Corruption evidence from muster rolls presented publicly → Massive public support & national attention
RTI movement officially launched at Chang Gate, Beawar Slogan born: “जानने का अधिकार — जीने का अधिकार” Protest camps & foot marches strengthen movement
Government passes “Freedom of Information Act” → Not operational & no penalty clauses
October 12 → RTI Act comes into force MKSS recognized as key architect of India’s transparency law
Social Audits institutionalized (MGNREGA) MKSS leads MGNREGA accountability work in Rajsamand & Ajmer districts People learn to use RTI for wages, pensions, ration
MKSS core members contribute to drafting → Push for grievance redress and whistleblower protection
MKSS leads campaigns for: Right to Food Social Security Pensions Advocates corruption-free PDS with transparency
RTI Museum established in Narbad Khera (first in India & globally unique) Exhibition of history of transparency movement RTI Mela 2025 marking 20 years of the Act
Moments from struggles, victories, and everyday courage—curated visuals preserving MKSS history, campaigns, people, places, and hope across Rajasthan and India.
Songs, slogans, and people’s voices—from jan sunwais to marches—soundtracks that carried MKSS campaigns forward.
Partner organizations that share MKSS’s vision for transparency, dignity, and collective empowerment—each fostering change through accountability, democracy, and people’s rights.
Explore our archives, documentaries, and creative expressions — capturing MKSS’s voice through books, museums, and press coverage.
