What does the writ of ‘Mandamus’ mean?

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  1. You May Have the Body
  2. To be Certified
  3. By What Warrants
  4. We Command

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  • ‘Mandamus’ means - We Command.
  • It is an order from the Supreme Court or High Court to a lower court or tribunal or public authority to perform a public or statutory duty.
  • There are five writs that can be issued by the Supreme Court of India and High Court of India - Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto, and Certiorari.
  • Supreme Court has the power to issue writs under Article 32. High Courts have the power to issue writs under Article 226.
  • You May Have the Body - Habeas Corpus
  • To be Certified - Certiorari
  • By What Warrants - Quo Warranto
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