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Q: Which of the following writs is issued when the court finds that a particular office holder is not doing legal duty and thereby is infringing on the rights of an individual?
  • A. Mandamus
  • B. Habeas corpus
  • C. Prohibition
  • D. Quo Warranto
Correct Answer: Option A - Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution provide two separate but parallel provision of writ Jurisdiction with the Supreme Court and High Court respectively Mandamus is an order from a superior court to a lower court or tribunal or public authority to perform an act which falls within its duty. It is issued to secure the performance of public duties and to enforce private rights withheld by the public authorities.
A. Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution provide two separate but parallel provision of writ Jurisdiction with the Supreme Court and High Court respectively Mandamus is an order from a superior court to a lower court or tribunal or public authority to perform an act which falls within its duty. It is issued to secure the performance of public duties and to enforce private rights withheld by the public authorities.

Explanations:

Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution provide two separate but parallel provision of writ Jurisdiction with the Supreme Court and High Court respectively Mandamus is an order from a superior court to a lower court or tribunal or public authority to perform an act which falls within its duty. It is issued to secure the performance of public duties and to enforce private rights withheld by the public authorities.