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Supreme court imposes fine of frivolous PIL.
Frivolous attempt to misuse the PIL jurisdiction
Frivolous attempts to misuse the PIL are becoming increasingly common in India.
One of the main concerns is that they can waste the time and resources of the courts.
Which can delay the hearing of more important cases.
For example, in 2022, the SC of India dismissed a PIL that challenged the construction of a new Parliament building, calling it "frivolous and vexatious."
Frivolous attempt to misuse the PIL jurisdiction
The court noted that the PIL was filed by someone who had no personal stake in the matter.
Another concern is that frivolous PILs can be used to harass and intimidate individuals. and organizations.
For example, in 2021, a PIL was filed against a Bollywood actress, alleging that she had insulted the Hindu religion in one of her films. The PIL was eventually dismissed by the court, but it caused the actress considerable distress and anxiety.
Frivolous PILs can also be used to advance personal agendas or political interests.
Frivolous attempt to misuse the PIL jurisdiction
The court noted that the PIL was filed by someone who had no personal stake in the matter.
Another concern is that frivolous PILs can be used to harass and intimidate individuals. and organizations.
For example, in 2021, a PIL was filed against a Bollywood actress, alleging that she had insulted the Hindu religion in one of her films. The PIL was eventually dismissed by the court, but it caused the actress considerable distress and anxiety.
Frivolous attempt to misuse the PIL jurisdiction
For example, in 2020, a PIL was filed against the Indian government, alleging that it was mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic. The PIL was filed by a politician who was opposed to the government's policies. The PIL was eventually dismissed by the court, but it caused a great deal of confusion and uncertainty during a time of crisis.
The Supreme Court of India has taken a number of steps to discourage the filing of frivolous PILs.
The court has imposed costs on petitioners who file frivolous PILs and also laid down guidelines for the courts to follow when deciding whether to entertain a PIL.
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