Question

When a court takes action suo motu, it acts:

• A. On the instruction of a higher court
• B. On its own initiative
• C. On the request of a party involved
• D. Following a recommendation from a committee

Answer 1

Answer:

B. On its own initiative

• Suo motu is a Latin phrase meaning “on its own motion”, indicating that a court initiates proceedings without a formal request from any party.