Question

In what way can public interest litigation help the poor?

Answer 1

Public interest litigation can help the poor in the following ways: It can seek to protect the fundamental rights and better the living conditions of the poor. It can allow public spirited citizens, social organisations and lawyers to file cases on behalf of those who cannot approach the courts.

Answer 2

Answer:

• Since 1979, the court has changed the trend for the poor in the situation or case, if the case was filed by others on behalf of aggrieved persons.

• This case involved an important issue of public interest which involved the betterment of life conditions of the poor.

• Even the voluntary organisations sought judicial intervention for protection of existing rights of the poor.