Multiple choice

Which of the following articles empowers the High Court to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights?

  1. 225

  2. 226

  3. 227

  4. 228
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 226 of the Indian Constitution empowers High Courts to issue writs including habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, and certiorari for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and for any other purpose. Article 32 deals with Supreme Court's writ jurisdiction, while Article 227 relates to High Court's superintendence over lower courts. Article 225 deals with state high court jurisdiction.

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