In the Indian legal system, what is the term for a judicial order by which a court directs a public official to do something in a legal duty?

Quiz Options

• Writ of Mandamus
• Writ of Certiorari
• Writ of Prohibition
• Writ of Quo Warranto

Explanation

A Writ of Mandamus is a judicial remedy in the form of an administrative order issued by a court to any governmental official, corporation, or public body to perform a public or statutory duty.