Suo Moto Cognizance क्या है?
ऐतिहासिक पृष्ठभूमि
मुख्य प्रावधान
8 points- 1.
The Supreme Court and High Courts have the power to take suo moto cognizance under Articles 32 and 226 of the Constitution, respectively
- 2.
The court can initiate proceedings based on media reports, letters from concerned citizens, or its own observations without a formal petition
- 3.
The court must be satisfied that the matter is of public importance and requires immediate intervention
- 4.
The court can issue directions, orders, or guidelines to the government or other authorities to address the issues raised in the case
दृश्य सामग्री
Understanding Suo Moto Cognizance
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Suo Moto Cognizance
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सामान्य प्रश्न
61. What is Suo Moto Cognizance and what is its constitutional basis?
Suo Moto Cognizance is the power of a court to take up a case on its own, without a formal complaint. The Supreme Court and High Courts have this power under Articles 32 and 226 of the Constitution, respectively, to protect fundamental rights and ensure justice.
परीक्षा युक्ति
Remember Articles 32 and 226 are the constitutional basis for Suo Moto Cognizance.
2. How does Suo Moto Cognizance work in practice?
In practice, a court can initiate proceedings based on media reports, letters from citizens, or its own observations. The court must believe the matter is of public importance and needs immediate action. It then issues directions to the government or other authorities to address the issues.
परीक्षा युक्ति
Understand that Suo Moto is used when affected parties cannot approach the court themselves.