Abstract

The present research dilates upon the underlying rationale of relaxing procedural rules in public interest litigation. A pro bono publico i.e. a member of public, having special interest, can move the court for the enforcement of constitutionally guaranteed fundamental rights, in a bona fide manner. It will go on to explore the limitations on exercise of such jurisdiction, in that; the proceedings are not adversary in nature to involve rival parties for contest. The proposed research will refer to the proactive role of judiciary in Pakistan for encouraging the legislature to transform guiding principles into legal shape and the executive to implement those solemn principles of policy and fundamental rights in a legitimate manner through due performance of their functions. This research is also an effort to delineating the future role of public interest litigation for stability of democracy and rule of law in Pakistan.

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