Principles of Writs: Mandamus and Prohibition

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What is the main purpose of the writ of Prohibition?

To prevent an inferior court from exceeding its jurisdiction (correct)

To certify a decision made by a lower court

To enforce a duty that must be public

To address anticipatory injury

When is the writ of Mandamus not issued?

For anticipatory injury (correct)

When the duty is private

When there is no subsisting right

After the lower court passes an order

What does the writ of 'certiorari' aim to do?

Address anticipatory injury

Certify a decision made by the Supreme Court

Issue a preventive order against an inferior court

Quash an order made without jurisdiction (correct)

'Prohibition is a writ of preventive nature.' What principle does this statement align with?

Prevention is better than cure Signup and view all the answers

When is the writ of Prohibition usually issued?

When the lower courts act outside their jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers

'Writ of 'certiorari' literally means 'to certify'. What is the main purpose of this writ?

To certify or quash an order made without jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers

Why can't an ordinance be promulgated when both houses of Parliament are in session?

Because it doesn't meet a situation calling for immediate legislation Signup and view all the answers

What is the unique power granted to the President in the Indian Constitution?

Power to promulgate ordinances when only one house is in session Signup and view all the answers

Why did Dr. Ambedkar justify the inception of the Ordinance Making power in the Constitution?

To enable quick decision-making during emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What role does the President play in the introduction of money bills in Parliament?

The President recommends the introduction of money bills to Parliament Signup and view all the answers

What purpose does the Annual Financial Statement served according to the Constitution of India?

It shows estimates of revenue and expenditure for the next year Signup and view all the answers

In what aspect does the financial power of the President of India manifest itself?

In exercising control over all financial transactions of the country Signup and view all the answers

Which grounds are covered under Article 15 for the state not to discriminate against any citizen?

Religion, Race, Caste, Sex, Place of birth Signup and view all the answers

Under Article 15(3), what provision does the state have to make according to the text?

Special provisions for women and children Signup and view all the answers

What powers does Parliament have under Article 246(2) in relation to special courts?

Power to establish special courts for conducting trials for special offences Signup and view all the answers

Which group is specifically mentioned in Article 15(4) for the state to make special provisions for?

Educationally backward classes, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception mentioned in the prohibition of discrimination under Article 15 in the text?

Prohibition in access to public places like restaurants and entertainment venues Signup and view all the answers

What type of discrimination is allowed under Article 14 regarding taxation laws?

Charging more for theatres in metro cities Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of the President in the Indian Parliamentary system?

To act only on the advice of the Prime Minister and Ministers Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can the President declare a National Emergency according to the text?

Only after receiving written communication from the Union Cabinet Signup and view all the answers

How can the President of India be removed from office according to the text?

By a majority vote in both Houses of Parliament Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the President of India from the British Monarchy?

The President is an elected Head of State Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an area where the President may have to exercise judgment according to the text?

Declaring war without consulting with Parliament Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the President's powers in India's Parliamentary system?

Subject to checks and balances by Parliament and Ministers Signup and view all the answers

Which case emphasized that caste alone cannot be the sole test to determine backwardness?

Judicial decisions Balaji vs State of Mysore (AIR 1960 Mys 338) Signup and view all the answers

In which case did the court hold that merit alone can be the criterion for selecting students, especially in medical and engineering courses?

Preeti Sagar Srivastava vs State of Madhya Pradesh (AIR 1999 SC 2894) Signup and view all the answers

Which case warned against assuming that once a class is declared backward, it will remain so forever?

Periakaruppan vs State of Tamilnadu (AIR 1971 SC 2303) Signup and view all the answers

How many judges in the Mandal Commission Case supported the carry forward rule but only in exceptional situations?

6 Signup and view all the answers

What was introduced to the category of Backward Classes to address social, economic, and educational advancement?

Creamy Layer Signup and view all the answers

Which type of reservation was specifically struck down according to the text?

Economic Reservation Signup and view all the answers