GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN POLITICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The number of writs that can be prayed for and issued by the Supreme Court and/or a High Court is
A
3
B
4
C
5
D
6
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Supreme Court or the High Court can issue five different types of writs/orders to enforce the fundamental rights of Indian citizens. They are called Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Quo-Warranto, Prohibition, and Certiorari.

Detailed explanation-2: -Under Article 226 of the Constitution, the High Court has been given the power and jurisdiction to issue appropriate Writs in the nature of Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition, Quo-warranto and Habeas Corpus for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights or for any other purpose.

Detailed explanation-3: -The writ of Prohibition is issued by a higher court or Supreme Court when a lower court has considered a case going beyond its jurisdiction. 2. The writ of Quo Warranto can be issued if the court finds that a person is holding office but is not entitled to hold that office. 3.

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