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Download Solution PDFWhat does the writ of ‘Mandamus’ mean?
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDF- ‘Mandamus’ means - We Command.
- It is an order from the Supreme Court or High Court to a lower court or tribunal or public authority to perform a public or statutory duty.
- There are five writs that can be issued by the Supreme Court of India and High Court of India - Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto, and Certiorari.
- Supreme Court has the power to issue writs under Article 32. High Courts have the power to issue writs under Article 226.
- You May Have the Body - Habeas Corpus
- To be Certified - Certiorari
- By What Warrants - Quo Warranto
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