SHORT ANSWER:
Public Interest Litigations (PILs) help citizens enforce their fundamental rights by allowing individuals or groups to file petitions in the interest of the public.
DETAILS:
- PILs can be filed in the Supreme Court or High Courts for issues affecting the public or marginalized sections.
- They enable judicial intervention in cases where constitutional authorities, like the governor, may violate citizens' rights.
- The courts can issue directives to ensure compliance with constitutional provisions.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for filing PILs, but misuse of PILs can lead to penalties or dismissal of the case.
SOURCE:
- Supreme Court Rules, 1966; Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution of India.
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