SHORT ANSWER:
High Courts in India address public interest issues through Public Interest Litigation (PIL).
DETAILS:
- PIL allows individuals or groups to file petitions on behalf of the public for issues affecting society.
- High Courts can take suo motu cognizance of matters of public interest without a formal petition.
- They can issue directives to government bodies to ensure compliance with laws and protect public interest.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for filing PILs, but frivolous petitions can lead to penalties.
SOURCE:
- Supreme Court Rules, 2013; Public Interest Litigation guidelines.
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