Question : Which of the following authorities is/are competent to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights?
Option 1: President
Option 2: Supreme court
Option 3: Supreme court and High courts
Option 4: Parliament
Correct Answer: Supreme court and High courts
Solution : The correct option is the Supreme Court and High courts
Article 32 (Supreme Court) and Article 226 (High Courts) of the Indian Constitution confer authority to issue writs in India. Writs are of five categories: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo Warranto. Writs are critical in India for defending citizens' fundamental rights, ensuring governmental accountability and upholding the rule of law.
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