The doctrine of standing to sue implies that:

A) the lawsuit must benefit the public in general.
B) the plaintiff has a substantial stake in the litigation.
C) cases must be genuine controversies.
D) courts must not issue any advisory opinions in cases.

Standing to Sue

The legal right of an individual or entity to initiate a lawsuit due to a sufficiently connective interest to the matter.

Substantial Stake

A significant interest or investment in a particular issue or outcome.

Advisory Opinions

Non-binding interpretations offered by courts regarding legal questions, often without the presence of an actual case or controversy.