Question

Which of the following is an exception to the principle that only the person whose fundamental right has been violated has the locus standi to move Supreme Court under Article 32?

• A. Habeas Corpus Petition only
• B. Public Interest Litigation only
• C. Habeas Corpus and Public Interest Litigation
• D. Certiorari

Hint:

Habeas Corpus and PIL are exceptions to the usual rule regarding locus standi, allowing individuals or groups to seek justice on behalf of others.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

While Article 32 of the Indian Constitution allows only the person whose fundamental rights are violated to approach the Supreme Court, exceptions to this principle exist, such as in the case of Habeas Corpus petitions and Public Interest Litigations (PIL). These allow others to approach the Court on behalf of those whose rights are violated, particularly for broader public issues.