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    Which one of the following jurisdictions of the Indian judiciary covers Public Interest Litigation?

    A) Original Jurisdiction

    B) Appellate Jurisdiction

    C) Epistolary Jurisdiction

    D) Advisory Jurisdiction

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    PIL (Public Interest Litigation) writ petition can be filed in Supreme Court under Article 32 only if a question concerning the enforcement of a fundamental right is involved. Under Article 226, a writ petition can be filed in a High court whether or not a Fundamental Right is involved. Thus, it comes under appellate jurisdiction.


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