Different Type of Writ

Writ Name Meaning Purpose of issue
Habeas Corpus You may have the body To release a person who has been detained unlawfully whether in prison or in private custody.
Mandamus We Command To secure the performance of public duties by lower court, tribunal or public authority.
Certiorari To be certified To quash the order already passed by an inferior court, tribunal or quasi judicial authority.
Prohibition Stop or Stay Order To prohibit an inferior court from continuing the proceedings in a particular case where it has no jurisdiction to try.
Quo Warranto What is your authority? To restrain a person from holding a public office which he is not entitled.

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