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    Question

    Under Article 226 of the Indian Constitution, what

    powers do the High Courts have?
    A High Courts can issue only directives to the government but not to any other authority Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B High Courts can only issue writs in the nature of habeas corpus and mandamus, but not other types of writs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C High Courts can issue orders to the Supreme Court but not to the government or any other authority Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D High Courts have the power to only review laws but cannot issue any writs or orders Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E High Courts can issue directions, orders, or writs to any person or authority, including the government, in appropriate cases. These writs can include habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, and certiorari Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Constitution: Article 226, empowers the high courts to issue, to any person or authority, including the government (in appropriate cases), directions, orders or writs, including writs in the nature of habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, certiorari or any of them.

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