Read the given statements and choose the correct option. Statement 1: In PIL cases, the Court plays a passive role similar to traditional cases. Statement 2: PIL is primarily focused on individual disputes.
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Both statements are factually incorrect. Statement 1 is false because in PIL, courts play an active, interventionist role — they can appoint commissions, issue continuing mandamus, monitor compliance, and even formulate policy guidelines (unlike traditional adversarial litigation where the court passively adjudicates). Statement 2 is false because PIL, by definition, addresses collective public interest, not individual grievances. PIL is designed for issues affecting sections of society who cannot approach courts themselves.