HC PETITION SEEKS JAIL FACILITIES FOR CM ARVIND KEJRIWAL REMOTELY.

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PIL filed in High Court requests facilities for jailed CM Arvind Kejriwal to govern Delhi remotely via videoconferencing.

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About PIL Urges Facilities for CM Kejriwal in Jail:

Filed in High Court to provide facilities for Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to govern Delhi from jail.
Seeks means for him to interact with ministers via videoconferencing.
Aimed at ensuring uninterrupted governance despite Kejriwal’s incarceration.
Highlights the need for access to necessary resources for effective administration.
If granted, would set a precedent for accommodating incarcerated officials in governance.
Raises questions about the balance between legal proceedings and governmental duties.

What is Public Interest Litigation (PIL) Defined:

Legal action initiated in court for enforcing public or general interest.
Concerns public or specific class with affected legal rights or liabilities, including pecuniary interest.
Established by Supreme Court ruling (Janata Dal v. H.S. Chaudhary, 1993).

About the Features of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in India:

Undefined Legal Status: Neither defined in the Constitution nor in any Indian statute.
Constitutional Provisions: Supreme Court (Article 32) and High Courts (Article 226) can hear PIL petitions.
Relaxed Locus Standi Rule: Relaxation of “locus standi” requirement allows any concerned individual to file PIL.
Divergent from Traditional Litigation: Contrasts with adversarial nature of traditional litigation, focusing on public interest.
Proactive Court Role: Courts take a proactive stance, requiring a positive attitude in addressing issues.
Flexibility: Offers flexibility in addressing matters concerning public interest and community rights.

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