Constitution of India, 1950
Article 226—Writ—Public Interest Litigation—PIL concerns the well-being of the family members of under-trial prisoners as well as convicts—Already several relevant schemes for the welfare of the family members of prisoners are currently in operation—Directions issued to increase awareness and publicity of existing schemes, ensuring that prisoners and their dependents are fully informed and can readily access the benefits they offer.
[Paras 8 to 10]