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The Supreme Court can award compensation in PIL cases for violation of Fundamental Rights.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

In Rudul Sah v. State of Bihar (1983) and subsequent cases, the Supreme Court held that it can award monetary compensation in PIL/writ petitions for violation of Fundamental Rights, especially under Article 32. This 'constitutional tort' remedy provides immediate relief to victims when ordinary civil remedies are inadequate, enhancing access to justice.

Topic PIL
Exam Relevance Remedial jurisprudence question for UPSC and SSC; tests judicial innovation in rights enforcement

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