Question

Under which writ the court orders a lower court or another authority to transfer a matter pending before it to the higher authority or court?

• A. Mandamus
• B. Habeas Corpus
• C. Certiorari
• D. Prohibition

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Certiorari

Certiorari. The literal meaning of the writ of 'Certiorari' is 'To be certified' or 'To be informed. The writ of Certiorari is issued by the Supreme Court to a Lower Court or any other body to transfer a particular matter to the higher courts than itself.