Writs PDF
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University of Kashmir
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This document describes various writs, including Mandamus, Habeas Corpus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto, and Certiorari. Each writ is associated with a specific legal function.
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Mandamus : An order that is issued by a court of superior jurisdiction to ask a lower court, tribunal, commission, or individual, to perform or refrain from performing an action that is required by law. HabeasCorpus : A court order that commands an individual or a government official who has restr...
Mandamus : An order that is issued by a court of superior jurisdiction to ask a lower court, tribunal, commission, or individual, to perform or refrain from performing an action that is required by law. HabeasCorpus : A court order that commands an individual or a government official who has restrained another to produce the prisoner at a designated time and place so that the court can determine the legality of custody. Prohibition : An extraordinary writ issued by a higher court commanding an inferior court or quasi-judicial body to keep within its jurisdiction. Quo Warranto : A writ issued with a view to restrain a person from holding a civil office to which he/she is not entitled. Certiorari : A writ to quash the order already passed by an inferior court, tribunal or quasi-judicial body.
