Question

Consider the following statements about Article 32 of the Constitution and select the correct answer:
I. The Article is silent about the locus standi regarding who may approach the Court.
II. The Article is silent about the opposite party against whom relief may be granted.
III. The Article creates scope for even a sixth type of writ.

• A. I is false
• B. II is false
• C. III is false
• D. All statements are true

Hint:

Article 32 is itself a fundamental right—unique globally—and lets the Supreme Court craft powerful remedies.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding locus standi under Article 32.
Originally, only the aggrieved person could file a petition. But the Supreme Court expanded locus standi under Public Interest Litigation (PIL) to allow any public-spirited person to approach the Court. Hence Article 32 is not silent—it has been judicially expanded. So Statement I is false.
Step 2: Opposite party under Article 32.
Article 32 permits writs to be issued against the State and its instrumentalities. The Constitution does not detail every opposite party; therefore Statement II is true.
Step 3: Scope of writ jurisdiction.
Apart from 5 traditional writs—Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition, Quo Warranto—the Court has evolved additional remedial directions (e.g., continuing mandamus). So Statement III is true.
Conclusion: Only Statement I is false.