Writ / Public Interest Litigation (PIL) refers to legal actions filed in higher courts (such as High Court or Supreme Court) to protect fundamental rights, public rights, or issues affecting the larger public interest.
It generally includes:
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Enforcement of fundamental rights
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Protection against government or administrative injustice
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Cases related to public welfare (environment, corruption, human rights, etc.)
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Judicial review of government actions or decisions
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Relief through writs such as Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition, and Quo Warranto
