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Zorluk: KolayFundamental Rights, Directive Principles, and Fundamental Duties

Which of the following constitutional writs literally means 'We Command' and is issued by a court to compel a public official to perform a mandatory statutory duty?

  1. MandamusCevap
  2. B
    Habeas Corpus
  3. C
    Quo-Warranto
  4. D
    Certiorari

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Mandamus is the writ that literally means 'We Command' and compels performance of a public duty.
Mandamus is a Latin term meaning 'We Command'. It is issued by superior courts to compel a public official, lower court, or administrative body to execute a legal duty imposed upon them.

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Identify the literal translation and legal purpose of the writ described in the question.
The phrase 'We Command' corresponds to Mandamus, which enforces mandatory public or statutory duties.
Under Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution of India, courts issue Mandamus to prevent public authorities from failing or refusing to carry out legal obligations.

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