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| In a PIL on the subject of environmental damage due to the construction of roads in hilly state of Uttarakhand, the Supreme Court has appointed Sh Rajinder Gupta, a Senior Advocate to assist the court. In this case, Sh Rajinder Gupta will be referred to as________________. |
Locus Standi Amicus Curiae Pari Materia Stare Decisis |
| Amicus Curiae |
| Amicus Curiae literally translated from Latin is "friend of the court." Plural is "amici curiae." Generally, it is referencing a person or group who is not a party to an action, but has a strong interest in the matter. An amicus curiae is an individual or organization who is not a party to a legal case, but who is permitted to assist a court by offering information expertise, or insight that has a bearing on the issues in the case. The decision on whether to consider an amicus brief lies within the discretion of the court. |
