Unquestionably, the right to freedom of expression involves the right to receive information and public documents from government authorities and other organisations performing a public function. This covers asking for one’s examination answer scripts, 1 to matters covered under official secrecy laws if sufficient public benefit and interest can be shown in such matters.2 However, this right cannot override the right to privacy; for instance, personal information of public officials which is not relevant to the public cannot be sought under this right. 3