What is the chief instrument through which judicial activism has flourished in India?
Judicial Activism in India

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Jithin George
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Civil Rights Movement
Judicial Review
Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Criminal Law
Answer explanation
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been a key tool for judicial activism in India, allowing individuals and groups to seek justice on behalf of those unable to do so, thus expanding the scope of judicial intervention in social issues.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who were the first judges to admit Public Interest Litigations (PILs) in court?
Justice P.N Bhagwati and Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer
Justice A.S. Anand and Justice R.C. Lahoti
Justice M.H. Kania and Justice S.B. Sinha
Justice R. Banumathi and Justice A.K. Sikri
Answer explanation
Justice P.N. Bhagwati and Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer were instrumental in recognizing Public Interest Litigations (PILs) in India, allowing the courts to address issues affecting the public interest.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What must a person filing a PIL demonstrate?
Personal interest in the case
Interest of large public involved
Financial capability
Legal representation
Answer explanation
A person filing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) must demonstrate that the case involves the interest of a large public, rather than personal interest or financial capability. This ensures that the litigation serves a broader societal purpose.
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In what year did the concept of PIL undergo a significant change?
1975
1980
1985
1979
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What does SAL stand for in the context of judicial activism?
Social Advocacy Law
Statutory Action Law
Supreme Action Law
Social Action Litigation
Answer explanation
In the context of judicial activism, SAL stands for Social Action Litigation. This term refers to legal actions aimed at promoting social justice and addressing issues affecting marginalized communities.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What type of cases does PIL primarily address?
Criminal cases
Personal disputes
Corporate lawsuits
Public interest issues
Answer explanation
PIL, or Public Interest Litigation, primarily addresses public interest issues, focusing on matters that affect the community or society at large, rather than individual disputes or corporate matters.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What was one of the first issues taken up by the Supreme Court related to PIL?
Consumer rights
Labor laws
Rights of prisoners
Environmental protection
Answer explanation
One of the first issues taken up by the Supreme Court related to PIL was the rights of prisoners. This landmark case highlighted the need for legal protection and humane treatment of inmates, setting a precedent for future PIL cases.
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