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What does PIL stand for?

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Public in League
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Public Interest Litigation
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Public Interest Limited
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People's Insurance Limited
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The correct option is B Public Interest Litigation
‘PIL’ stands for Public Interest Litigation. It was introduced in India by Justice PN Bhagwati. Anybody can file a PIL if they feel that public interest is being harmed. PIL can be filed to prevent the misuse of the government’s power or the failure of the government to perform its duties.

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