SHORT ANSWER:
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) allows individuals to address social injustices in the Supreme Court.
DETAILS:
- PIL can be filed by any individual or group on behalf of those unable to approach the court.
- The Supreme Court has relaxed the rules of standing to facilitate access to justice for marginalized communities.
- The court can take cognizance of issues related to public interest even if there is no direct personal injury to the petitioner.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for filing PILs, but frivolous PILs may lead to penalties.
SOURCE:
- Supreme Court Rules, 2013
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