Question

Public Interest Litigation is a system through which

• A. an individual can file a Writ Petition only in theft matters
• B. an individual can file a Writ Petition only in his native district civil matters
• C. Indian citizen can move a Writ Petition in matters of the public interest
• D. an individual can file a Writ Petition only in personal civil matters

Hint:

PIL empowers ordinary citizens to fight for justice in issues that affect the larger public — even without being directly affected.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is a legal process that allows any Indian citizen or group of citizens to approach the courts to seek legal remedies in cases where public interest is at stake.
Why PIL?
- Sometimes, poor or underprivileged people may not have the means or awareness to go to court.
- In such cases, any concerned citizen can file a PIL on their behalf to address issues that affect society as a whole (like pollution, corruption, poor health care, etc.).
Where can it be filed?
- In the Supreme Court under Article 32
- In the High Court under Article 226
Important Point: The matter should not be about personal grievances but about the broader public good.