Understanding Writs and Subordinate Courts Quiz
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In what circumstances can a court issue a 'writ of certiorari'?

  • To ensure lower courts act within the scope of their authority (correct)
  • To settle civil disputes between individuals
  • To perform the duty of a higher administrative authority
  • To transfer cases from subordinate courts to higher courts

What is the purpose of a 'writ of quo warranto'?

  • To issue a command to perform a higher authority
  • To challenge the authority of a person holding a public office (correct)
  • To transfer a case from one court to another
  • To settle disputes related to murder and theft

What type of disputes are typically handled by Subordinate Courts?

  • Cases involving interpretation of constitutional law
  • Civil disputes between individuals (correct)
  • Cases related to murder and theft
  • Challenges to the authority of public office holders

Which type of court is responsible for interpreting the law and settling disputes?

<p>High Courts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a 'writ of habeas corpus'?

<p>To safeguard an individual's right to personal liberty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which court has the authority to issue a 'writ of mandamus'?

<p>Supreme Court (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Lok Adalats?

<p>To provide legal aid and settle disputes expeditiously and at low cost (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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