Question

In which case, one L.K.G. student (minor) filed a PIL through his guardian seeking the removal of a country liquor shop located next to his school premises?

• A. Master Yuvraj Sunil Nanavare (minor) v. State of Maharashtra (2019)
• B. Priyanshu (minor) v. State of U.P. (2021)
• C. Master Atharva (minor) and anr v. State of UP and Ors. (2020)
• D. Master Vinayak (minor) v. NCT of Delhi (2024)

Hint:

PILs filed by unusual petitioners, such as young children, often become notable cases that highlight important social issues and test the boundaries of access to justice.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

This question refers to a unique Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that gained media attention.
The case where an LKG student, acting through his father as a guardian, filed a PIL challenging the location of a liquor shop near his school was Master Atharva (minor) v.
State of UP.
The PIL was heard by the Allahabad High Court in 2020.
The court took the matter seriously, highlighting the importance of state rules that prohibit the location of liquor shops near educational institutions and places of worship, and directed the authorities to take appropriate action.