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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

न्यायपालिका के अधिकार का सबसे महत्वपूर्ण आधार क्या है?

Who among the following is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

संघीय ढांचे का विवरण किस अनुच्छेद में मिलता है?

राज्य के अधिकारों की सीमा किसके द्वारा निर्धारित की जाती है?

सूचना का अधिकार किस अधिनियम के अंतर्गत आता है?

Who has the power to remove a Governor from office in India?

संसद के अधिवेशन की अवधि किस आधार पर निर्धारित होती है?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliament?

What is the minimum age for a person to contest elections for the Lok Sabha?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?