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Public interest Litigation (PIL) means litigation filed in a court of law, for the protection of “Public Interest”, such as Pollution, Terrorism, Road safety, Constructional hazards etc. Any matter where the interest of public at large is affected can be redressed by filing a Public Interest Litigation in a court of law.Public interest litigation is the power given to the public by courts through judicial activism. However, the person filing the petition must prove to the satisfaction of the court that the petition is being filed for a public interest and not just as a frivolous litigation by a busy body.
(1) It explains the law in a better way.
(2) Hold public bodies accountable by acting reasonably within the remit of their powers and assuring that they make precise choices.
(3) It tries to develop and help the law by allowing the judges to understand the legislation.
(4) Public Interest Litigation gives weak people a voice by emphasizing a significant issue. Furthermore, given that a platform for advocating for their rights.
(5) Raise awareness of significant problems assisting media coverage and public debates.
(6) Attentive citizens can find a reasonable solution because there is only a nominal rate of court fees.
(7) Litigants can achieve outcomes and focus attention on broader public issues in the field of consumer welfare, Human rights, and the environment.
(1) Before filing a PIL one has to do the complete research about the issue. When a PIL is filed concerning many people, the petitioner needs to consult all the individuals and groups which are affected.
(2) Once you are sure of filing a PIL, collect all the vital information and documents as evidence to support your case. You can argue the case on your own or appoint a lawyer to argue on behalf of you.
(3) It is always advisable to consult a lawyer before filing the PIL. If you are interested in arguing the case on your own then be prepared to explain the problem and convince the court in the time you have been allotted.
(4) Once the PIL copy is ready to be filed in the High Court, then submit two copies of the petition to the court. Along with this, one copy of the petition needs to be served to the respondents in advance. This proof of serving the petition copy to the respondents has to be affixed in the petition.
(1) you must Request a public interest lawyer or association to file your Public Interest petition.
(2) All the identity proof.
(3) Complete List names and addresses of all people approaching the court to file Public Interest Litigation.
(4) Full List of names and addresses of government officers from which relief is questioned.
(5) Complete List of events providing rise to violations of the fundamental rights of the concerned people.
(6) You should also mention the relief being that has been sought from the court.
(1) What is Public Interest Litigation?
(2) Who can file a pil in india?
(3) When can a public interest litigation can be filled?
(4) Is there any fee for filling a public interest litigation?
(5) How much time does it take in the hearing of pil?
