SHORT ANSWER:
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has led to significant judicial decisions in India, addressing various social issues.
DETAILS:
- Landmark cases include Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan (1997) which established guidelines for preventing sexual harassment at the workplace.
- In the case of Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India (1978), the Supreme Court expanded the interpretation of the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution.
- The case of M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (1986) addressed environmental protection and the right to a healthy environment.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The outcomes of these cases often led to the formulation of new laws and guidelines to protect citizens' rights.
SOURCE:
- Supreme Court of India, various landmark judgments.
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