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    Which writ is issued by the High Court to the lower courts to stop legal actions?
    Question

    Which writ is issued by the High Court to the lower courts to stop legal actions?

    A.

    Habeas Corpus

    B.

    Prohibition

    C.

    Quo Warranto

    D.

    Certiorari

    Correct option is B

    Writ of Prohibition: This writ is issued by a higher court (such as the Supreme Court or High Court) to a lower court or tribunal, directing it to stop proceedings in a case where it has no jurisdiction. The writ of Prohibition is preventive in nature, meaning it prevents lower courts from exceeding their powers.

    Habeas Corpus: This writ is used to secure the release of a person who has been detained illegally. It literally means "to produce the body".

    Quo Warranto: This writ challenges the legality of a person holding a public office and asks by what authority they occupy the office.

    Certiorari: This writ is issued by a higher court to a lower court to transfer a case for review or to quash the decision of the lower court. It is usually issued when the higher court believes there has been a legal error.

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