Multiple choice

A writ of Mandamus can be issued by the Supreme Court to

  1. An official to perform public duty

  2. The Prime Minister to dissolve the Cabinet

  3. The company to raise wages

  4. The Government to pay the salaries to employees
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Explanation

A writ of mandamus is a court order compelling a government official or public authority to perform a mandatory duty correctly. It cannot be used to direct policy decisions (like dissolving cabinets) or private matters (company wages).

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