SHORT ANSWER:
NGOs can file public interest litigations (PILs) to address systemic issues of gender-based violence in India.
DETAILS:
- NGOs act as representatives for affected individuals or communities.
- They can bring attention to violations of rights and seek judicial intervention.
- NGOs often gather evidence and provide legal support for PILs.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for NGOs filing PILs, but misuse of PILs can lead to penalties for the petitioner.
SOURCE:
- Public Interest Litigation guidelines, Supreme Court of India.
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