Question

Which of the following writs is not explicitly mentioned under Article 32 of the Indian Constitution?

• A. Habeas Corpus
• B. Mandamus
• C. Quo Warranto
• D. Injunction

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Injunction

• An Injunction is a separate legal remedy, typically an equitable remedy, not a constitutional writ.

• It's a court order that requires a person to either do a specific act or refrain from doing a specific act.

Five types of writs

• Habeas Corpus - A writ used to release a person who has been illegally detained.

• Mandamus - A command issued by the court to a public official or a lower court to perform a public or legal duty.

• Quo Warranto - A writ issued to restrain a person from holding a public office to which he is not entitled.

• Prohibition - A writ issued by a superior court to a lower court to prevent the latter from exceeding its jurisdiction.

• Certiorari - A writ issued by a superior court to a lower court to quash an order that has been passed in excess of jurisdiction.