Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is a mechanism allowing any public-spirited citizen or organization to file a petition in a high court or the Supreme Court on behalf of a group of persons or the public at large whose rights are affected by action or inaction of the government or public authorities. Unlike traditional litigation where the aggrieved party files the suit, in PIL, the petitioner does not necessarily have a direct personal injury or loss; they represent the public interest.
Public Interest Litigation falls within the jurisdiction of the High Court provided certain conditions are fulfilled. Which one among the following conditions is not accepted by the courts?
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2012 · Topic: The High Court (Writ Jurisdiction (Article 226))
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Answer: D. Personal injury or loss is an essential element
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