Question

    In case of illegal detention of a person, which of the

    following writs is issued by the court?
    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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