Multiple choice

This writ is issued by a superior court directing an inferior court to send the record of a proceeding for review.

Which of the following is such a writ that can be issued as defined above?

  1. Mandamus

  2. Habeas corpus

  3. Certiorari

  4. Quo warranto

  5. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The writ of certiorari is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal either to transfer a case pending with that to it or squash its order. Thus, writ of certiorari can be issued only against the judicial or quasi judicial authorities. It is the correct answer.

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