The Supreme Court on Friday slammed petitioners who challenged construction at Puri’s Jagannath temple for misusing the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) procedure. As a result, the bench dismissed the petitions as frivolous and contrary to the public interest, imposing a fine of Rs 1 lakh against each petitioner. In an observation of the rise in…
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The Indian Judiciary Defines Public Interest Litigation in the Case of Vishaka vs. State of Rajasthan
Public interest litigation (PIL) refers to a legal proceeding where an individual or group of people files a case concerning the general public. It aims to bring about social justice by raising issues that may not be covered under any other law. Public Interest Litigation is a way for members of the general public to…
The Public Interest Ligitation Process: Understanding How to File a Lawsuit
When you have been harmed by someone – whether it’s an individual, a company, a non-profit, or another type of organization – and can’t resolve the issue directly with that person or organization, you might consider filing a lawsuit as the next step. Luckily, there are organizations in place to help you find the right…
How To File Public Interests Litigation
Litigation filed in the interest of the public is known as a PIL. Essentially, it refers to legal action taken to protect “Public Interests” in a court of law. You can file a PIL in a variety of situations, including pollution, terrorism, road safety, and other issues that affect the public at large. Public Interest…
How Many Types of PIL are There in India?
The Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is an effective remedy when the parties in a dispute are unequal in power, resources, or influence. There are numerous types of PIL which have been used by individuals, government organisations or NGOs to fight for public causes. To know more about different types of PIL and its examples read…