Public interest

Definition

Public interest is the welfare or well-being of the general public and society. It guides lawmakers and policymakers in crafting laws and policies that benefit the majority of people rather than a select few.

Related terms

Public Policy:

The set of actions taken by government officials or institutions to address public issues, guided by the public interest.

Civil Society:

The aggregate of non-governmental organizations and institutions that manifest interests and will of citizens, often playing a role in identifying the public interest.

Governance:

The process of decision-making and the process by which decisions are implemented (or not), reflecting how public interests are considered in political actions