Writ Jurisdiction

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of writ jurisdiction in India?

Answer 1

To provide a mechanism for individuals to seek judicial review and enforcement of their rights.

Question 2

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for writ jurisdiction?

Answer 2

Article 32.

Question 3

True or False: Writs can only be issued by the Supreme Court of India.

Answer 3

False.

Question 4

Name the five types of writs recognized in India.

Answer 4

Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo Warranto.

Question 5

What is a Habeas Corpus writ used for?

Answer 5

To secure the release of a person who is unlawfully detained.

Question 6

Fill in the blank: A writ of _______ is issued to compel a public authority to perform its duty.

Answer 6

Mandamus.

Question 7

What does the writ of Prohibition aim to do?

Answer 7

To prevent a lower court or tribunal from exceeding its jurisdiction.

Question 8

Which writ is issued to review the decision of a lower court or tribunal?

Answer 8

Certiorari.

Question 9

True or False: The writ of Quo Warranto is used to question the legality of a person’s claim to a public office.

Answer 9

True.

Question 10

What is the significance of Article 226 in the context of writ jurisdiction?

Answer 10

It empowers High Courts to issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights and for any other purpose.

Question 11

When can a writ of Mandamus be issued?

Answer 11

When there is a clear legal duty on the part of a public authority that needs to be fulfilled.

Question 12

In which cases can a High Court issue writs?

Answer 12

For enforcement of fundamental rights and for any other purpose within its jurisdiction.

Question 13

What is the difference between a writ of Certiorari and a writ of Prohibition?

Answer 13

Certiorari quashes a decision, while Prohibition prevents a decision from being made.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The power to issue writs is an important aspect of _______ in India.

Answer 14

Judicial review.

Question 15

True or False: Writs can be issued against private individuals.

Answer 15

False; writs are generally issued against public authorities.

Question 16

What is the nature of the remedy provided by writs?

Answer 16

It is a speedy and efficacious remedy for the enforcement of rights.

Question 17

Which writ would be appropriate to challenge an unconstitutional law?

Answer 17

Habeas Corpus or Certiorari, depending on the context.

Question 18

Can a writ be issued against a legislative body?

Answer 18

No, generally writs cannot be issued against legislative bodies.

Question 19

What is the role of the Supreme Court in relation to writ jurisdiction?

Answer 19

It serves as the highest authority to enforce fundamental rights and has original jurisdiction under Article 32.

Question 20

What does the term ‘extraordinary jurisdiction’ refer to in the context of writs?

Answer 20

The power of the Supreme Court and High Courts to issue writs in exceptional circumstances.

Question 21

Can individuals file a writ petition directly in the Supreme Court?

Answer 21

Yes, under Article 32 for the enforcement of fundamental rights.

Question 22

What is the importance of the term ‘public duty’ in the context of Mandamus?

Answer 22

It refers to the obligation of public authorities to act in accordance with the law.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The issuance of writs is primarily aimed at protecting _______.

Answer 23

Fundamental rights.

Question 24

Which writ is also known as the ‘Great Writ’?

Answer 24

Habeas Corpus.

Question 25

How does a writ of Quo Warranto function?

Answer 25

It challenges the authority of a person to hold a public office.

Question 26

Which article is known as the heart and soul of the constitution

Answer 26

Article 32