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Consider the following sentences about writ jurisdiction in India. 1. The writ jurisdiction is a form of original jurisdiction and not appellate ju
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Consider the following sentences about writ jurisdiction in India.
1. The writ jurisdiction is a form of original jurisdiction and not appellate jurisdiction.
2. It can be issued either by High Courts or the Supreme Court.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A.

Both 1 and 2  

B.

Only 1  

C.

None of the above  

D.

Only 2  

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: Writ jurisdiction is original jurisdiction because an aggrieved person can approach the court directly for the enforcement of their rights rather than through an appeal.
  • Statement 2 is correct: Both the Supreme Court (under Article 32) and High Courts (under Article 226) have the power to issue writs.
  • There are five types of writs: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo-Warranto.

Information Booster:

  • The Supreme Court can issue writs only for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
  • High Courts have a wider jurisdiction as they can issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights as well as for any other purpose (Legal Rights).

Additional Knowledge:

Only 1 (Option b)

  • Incorrect because it ignores the constitutional power given to High Courts under Article 226.

So the correct answer is (a)

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