Public Interest Litigation
Civics ⇒ Citizenship and Rights
Public Interest Litigation starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one landmark PIL case in India and its impact.
Describe the process of filing a PIL in the Supreme Court of India.
Describe the safeguards put in place by the judiciary to prevent misuse of PILs.
Discuss the impact of PILs on the Indian legal system.
Discuss the role of judiciary in promoting social justice through PILs.
Explain how PILs have contributed to environmental protection in India.
Explain how PILs have helped in the protection of the rights of women in India.
Explain the difference between a writ petition and a PIL.
Explain the term 'locus standi' in the context of PIL.
Explain the term 'suo motu' in the context of PIL.
Name the Supreme Court judge who is credited with introducing the concept of PIL in India.
What is meant by 'judicial activism' in the context of PIL?
What is Public Interest Litigation (PIL)?
What is the main difference between PIL and ordinary litigation?
Who can file a Public Interest Litigation in India?
