Question

why do you think the introduction of PILin the 1980s ie a significant step ensuring access to justice for all ?

Answer 1

Answer:

The introduction of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the 1980s was a significant step in ensuring access to justice for all because

During that time the filing of the litigation was very costly.

The poor who used to earn daily wages for their living could not attend the hearings as it would take up a lot of time.

Also, there was a lot of paperwork that had to be done.

This step helped the poor as it allowed any individual or organisation to file a PIL in the High Court or the Supreme Court on behalf of those whose rights were being violated. In addition, the legal process was greatly simplified. Furthermore, a letter addressed to the Supreme Court or the High Court could be treated as a PIL.