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SHORT ANSWER: Public Interest Litigation (PIL) allows citizens to file petitions in court for the protection of public interest. DETAILS: - PIL can be filed by any individual or group on behalf of those who are unable to approach the court. - It addresses issues like environmental protection, human rights violations, and government negligence. - The Supreme Court and High Courts have the authority to hear PILs. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - There are no specific punishments for filing a PIL, but frivolous PILs can lead to penalties or dismissal. SOURCE: - Supreme Court Rules, 1966; Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution of India.
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