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UPPCS · Question 62

Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Public Interest Litigation in India is essential for the rule of law. Reason (R): Public Interest Litigation provides effective access to justice to socially and economically weaker sections. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. (A) is false, but (R) is true
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
  3. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
  4. (A) is true, but (R) is false
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Answer: (B) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

Explanation

PIL relaxes locus standi so the disadvantaged can reach courts, strengthening the rule of law; R explains A.