search
arrow-left Previous
Next arrow-right
Q: How many types of writs can be issued under Articles 32 and 226 of the Indian Constitution?
  • A. Seven
  • B. Five
  • C. four
  • D. Six
Correct Answer: Option B - Total Five types of writs can be issued under articles 32 and 226 of the Indian constitution. A Writ is a formal written order issued by the executive or judicial body that directs the individual or authority to do or refrain from doing a particular act. The five types of writs issued in India are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition and Quo-Warranto. • Article 32 also empowers Parliament to authorize any other court to issue these writs • Article 226 empowers all the High Courts of India to issue the writs
B. Total Five types of writs can be issued under articles 32 and 226 of the Indian constitution. A Writ is a formal written order issued by the executive or judicial body that directs the individual or authority to do or refrain from doing a particular act. The five types of writs issued in India are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition and Quo-Warranto. • Article 32 also empowers Parliament to authorize any other court to issue these writs • Article 226 empowers all the High Courts of India to issue the writs

Explanations:

Total Five types of writs can be issued under articles 32 and 226 of the Indian constitution. A Writ is a formal written order issued by the executive or judicial body that directs the individual or authority to do or refrain from doing a particular act. The five types of writs issued in India are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition and Quo-Warranto. • Article 32 also empowers Parliament to authorize any other court to issue these writs • Article 226 empowers all the High Courts of India to issue the writs