Multiple choice

Which of the following writs can be sought to be issued to quash unconstitutional appointment to a public office:

  1. Quo-W arranto

  2. Mandamus

  3. Prohibition

  4. Certiorarti
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Explanation

Quo warranto is the writ issued to challenge the legality of a person holding a public office. It literally means 'by what authority' and is used to quash unconstitutional or illegal appointments to public offices. The other writs serve different purposes: mandamus commands performance of duty, prohibition directs judicial/quasi-judicial bodies, and certiorari quashes illegal orders.

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