Question

Which of the following writs is issued by the court in case of illegal detention of a person?

A Certiorari Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Mandamus Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Quo Warranto Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Habeas Corpus Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Habeas corpus literally means "have the body". By this writ , the court can direct to have the body of the person  detained to be brought before it in order to ascertain whether the detention  is legal  or illegal.

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