Under which Article of the Indian Constitution does the High Court exercise its original jurisdiction by issuing writs?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Article 226

Explanation:

• Under Article 226 of the Indian Constitution, the High Courts have the power to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights as well as for any other purpose (e.g., legal rights).
• This power makes the High Court’s jurisdiction wider than that of the Supreme Court under Article 32, since the latter can issue writs only for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
• The High Court can issue five types of writs: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo Warranto.

Information Booster:

• The power under Article 226 is discretionary and not a matter of right, unlike the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction under Article 32.
• High Courts can exercise writ jurisdiction against any person or authority, including the government within its territorial jurisdiction.
• This provision strengthens the role of High Courts as guardians of legal and constitutional rights at the state level.

Additional Knowledge:

• Article 245 – Deals with the extent of laws made by Parliament and State Legislatures.
• Article 231 – Provides for a common High Court for two or more states.
• Article 32 – Empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs, but only for Fundamental Rights.