PIL (Public Interest Litigation)

Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is a legal process that allows individuals or groups to seek court intervention on issues affecting the public or marginalized communities. It aims to promote justice, social welfare, and environmental protection when the rights of the public are at risk, even if the petitioners are not directly affected. PIL helps ensure accountability by enabling the judiciary to address matters like pollution, human rights, or resource management, fostering a more equitable society. It is a tool for societal good and often initiated by NGOs, activists, or concerned citizens to uphold constitutional and legal rights for all.