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Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

A legal innovation allowing any public-spirited individual or organization to file cases for societal welfare, especially addressing the voiceless. It led to pathbreaking reforms in environmental protection, human rights, and governance. PIL expanded the concept of “locus standi,” enabling courts to inquire into executive inaction. While it democratized access to justice, concerns rose about frivolous litigations clogging courts. Nonetheless, PIL remains vital for exposing corruption, safeguarding environmental concerns (like river pollution), and implementing directive principles on socio-economic justice. Its success depends on judicial vigilance and genuine petitions aimed at public good rather than personal vendettas.

Practice Questions

संविधान सभा की बैठकें किस वर्ष प्रारंभ हुई थीं?

संसद सदस्यों की योग्यता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of rights of minorities?

The Parliament of India consists of which of the following?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Union List of the Indian Constitution?

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the procedure for amendment?

Who was the first woman Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

संसद में विधेयक पर पुनर्विचार का अधिकार किसे है?

लोकसभा के सदस्यों के लिए न्यूनतम योग्यता क्या है?