GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN POLITICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one of the following writs literally means “what is your authority"?
A
Habeus Corpus
B
Certiorari
C
Quo Warranto
D
Prohibition
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Quo Warranto literally means ‘what is your authority’.

Detailed explanation-2: -The meaning of the word ‘Writs’ means command in writing in the name of the Court. It is a legal document issued by the court that orders a person or entity to perform a specific act or to cease performing a specific action or deed.

Detailed explanation-3: -The writ of habeas corpus primarily acts as a writ of enquiry; it is issued by the courts to ascertain the grounds of detention of an individual. Therefore, it acts as a procedural safeguard against the law enforcement authorities, specifically their power to take into custody.

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