Can I file PIL directly n argue before HC

Gopi (Querist) 23 December 2018 This query is : Resolved
Most of the govt records I sought for were missed by a govt office which are forgery, manipulation. Because it is involved in corruption. Can I file PIL directly n argue before HC without appoint advocate. I have many dox evidence

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Siddharth Dev (Expert) 24 December 2018
It's better to hire an advocate because all details you must carry with yourself if you have not prepared fully on the topic it may interrupt honorable high Court and cost in Public Interest Litigation matters is higher that is why it will be proper to hire an advocate rest depends upon you @ Gopi

KISHAN DUTT KALASKAR (Expert) 25 December 2018
Dear Sir,
Yes, it is called appearance by Party in Person (PIP). Even before Supreme Court several citizens appearing and conducting cases on the principles of Party in Person but you must be master your subject matter and relevant law.

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Guest (Expert) 25 December 2018
PIL meaning is Public Interest Litigation.You Could appear in person and conduct your case of public interest. If at any personal interest is there you can not file a PIL. PIL could be filed only in High Courts of your place.

Guest (Expert) 25 December 2018
Senior Typist in concerned High could guide and help you in Filing the case Rs50/- you have to pay for each Respondent/ Other side . Rs 50/- would be the Court. fee. You could sit and watch the court proceedings for 3 days to Prepare your self to conduct the case as Party in Person.