How can one file a PIL?

Question

Please give all relevant information.

Answer 1

How to file a PIL:

A PIL may be filed like a writ petition. However, in the past the SC has treated even letters addressed to the court as PIL. In People’s Democratic union v Union of India, a letter addressed by the petitioner organization seeking a direction against the respondents for ensuring observance of the provisions of famous labour laws in relation to workmen employed in the construction work of projects connected with the Asian games was entertained as a PIL.

The SC has encouraged the filing of PIL for tackling issues related to environment, human rights etc.

Answer 2

PIL (= Public Interest Litigation), through lawyer.