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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

What is the procedure for impeachment of the President of India?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख के रूप में किसे नियुक्त किया जाता है?

Which of the following is a Directive Principle of State Policy in India?

Which article of the Indian Constitution allows the President to declare a National Emergency?

संसद सदस्यों की योग्यता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

राज्यसभा की कार्यप्रणाली किस पर आधारित है?

आपातकाल की घोषणा के लिए प्रत्येक सदन में कितने प्रतिशत मतों की आवश्यकता होती है?

राज्य सरकारों के अधिकार किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित हैं?

Who has the authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

सूचना का अधिकार किस अधिनियम के अंतर्गत आता है?