Question

Writ of Certiorari can be issued against

• A. Judicial and Quasi-Judicial bodies
• B. Quasi Judicial and Administrative bodies
• C. Administrative Bodies only
• D. None of the above .

Hint:

Certiorari is fundamentally a tool for judicial review of judicial or quasi-judicial decisions. While its application has broadened, its core purpose is to correct errors of law and jurisdiction made by bodies that are required to act judicially.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Traditionally, the writ of Certiorari was issued by a superior court to quash the order or decision of an inferior judicial or quasi-judicial body for errors of jurisdiction, violation of principles of natural justice, or errors of law apparent on the face of the record. While its scope has expanded over time to cover some administrative actions that have a judicial character or affect the rights of individuals, its primary and established scope covers judicial and quasi-judicial bodies. The question likely refers to this primary scope, making option (A) the most accurate answer. Purely administrative or legislative actions are generally not subject to Certiorari.