Multiple choice

Match List - I with List - Il and select the correct answer using the codes given below the list:

 
List - I
List - II
(a) Writ of Habeas Corpus
(i) Unlawful occupation of public office
(b) Writ of Mandamus
(ii) Superior Courts direction to subordinate Courts
(c) Writ of Quo-warranto
(iii) Unlawful Detention
(d) Writ of Certiorari
(iv) Non-performance of public duties

  1. (a)-(ii), (b)-(i), (c)-(iv), (d)-(iii)

  2. (a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(i), (d)-(ii)

  3. (a)-(ii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(i), (d)-(iii)

  4. (a)-(iii), (b)-(i), (c)-(iv), (d)-(ii)
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The correct matching of writs with their purposes is: Habeas Corpus (iii) addresses unlawful detention; Mandamus (iv) compels performance of public duties; Quo Warranto (i) challenges unlawful occupation of public office; Certiorari (ii) involves superior courts directing subordinate courts. Option B correctly matches all pairs.

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