Question

Who was the Chief Justice of India when Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was introduced in the Indian Judicial System?

• A. M. Hidayatullah
• B. A.M. Ahmadi
• C. A.S. Anand
• D. P.N. Bhagwati

Hint:

When studying legal history, focus on landmark judicial decisions and the Chief Justices associated with them, such as P.N. Bhagwati's role in PIL.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was introduced in India under the leadership of Chief Justice P.N. Bhagwati in the late 1970s. He played a significant role in expanding the scope of judicial activism in India.