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Ankit Singh • 5.81K Points
Tutor III Politics

Q. Which writ is issued by a High Court or the Supreme Court to compel an authority to perform a function that it was not performing?

  • (A) Writ of Certiorari
  • (B) Writ of Habeas Corpus
  • (C) Writ of Mandamus
  • (D) Writ of Quo Warranto
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Ankit Singh
Mandamus which literally means 'command' is a writ issued by court to a public official asking him to perform his official duties that he has failed or refused to perform. This writ can be issued only against a government official and not against a private individual or body.

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