Access to public information is consolidated as a fundamental right and an essential state duty for democracy. This concept goes beyond mere consultation, establishing government transparency and integrity as inseparable pillars of democratic governance and the protection of human dignity. Jurisprudence and international norms confirm that this right is not only individual but also collective, enabling citizens and the media to directly access sources of public relevance. Derived from freedom of expression, it requires the State to actively guarantee access to truthful information, thereby strengthening accountability and citizen participation in public management. This framework is relevant to open data because it validates the premise that transparency is not optional but a legal mandate. For this right to be effective in the digital age, institutions must adopt open data standards that facilitate research and scrutiny, ensuring that public information is accessible, usable, and understandable for all citizens.
Source:Published on 2023-05-19
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