Question

A writ by court, to a person or body of persons to compel it to perform some public duty is ______.

• A. Quo Warranto
• B. Habeas Corpus
• C. Mandamus
• D. Prohibition

Hint:

Remember the five types of writs in the Indian Constitution—Mandamus, Habeas Corpus, Certiorari, Prohibition, and Quo Warranto.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The writ of Mandamus is issued by a court to a public authority or body directing it to perform a public duty it has failed to fulfill. It ensures that governmental responsibilities are not neglected.