File Public Interest Litigation in India

[Debolina Choudhury]

Public interest litigation in India:- Its origin and meaning. –

In Indian law, means litigation for the protection of public interest. It is litigation introduced in a court of law, not by the aggrieved party but by the court itself or by any other private party. It is not necessary, for the exercise of the court's jurisdiction, that the person who is the victim of the violation of his or her right should personally approach the court. Public Interest Litigation is the power given to the public by courts through judicial activism.

Such cases may occur when the victim does not have the necessary resources to commence litigation or his freedom to move court has been suppressed or encroached upon. The court can itself take cognisance of the matter and proceed suo motu or cases can commence on the petition of any public-spirited individual.

"Public interest Litigation",

[Debolina Choudhury]

How To File a Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Procedure of Filing PIL
1. Make an informed decision to file a case.
2. Consult all affected interest groups who are possible allies.
3. Be careful in filing a case because...
4. If you have taken the decision

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