SHORT ANSWER:
Indian High Courts protect socioeconomic rights through judicial review and public interest litigation.
DETAILS:
- High Courts can interpret laws to ensure they align with the Constitution, especially Articles 21 (Right to Life) and 39 (Directive Principles of State Policy).
- They hear public interest litigations (PILs) to address issues affecting the public, such as access to education, health, and housing.
- High Courts can issue writs to enforce fundamental rights and direct the government to fulfill its obligations towards socioeconomic rights.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Non-compliance with High Court orders can lead to contempt of court proceedings against the authorities.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 226 (Power of High Courts to issue certain writs)
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