Indian Politics

Q. ___ is issued when the court finds that a particular office holder is not doing legal duty and thereby is infringing on the right of an individual.

A
Mandamus
B
Habeas Corpus
C
Prohibition
D
Quo-Warranto

Correct Answer

Mandamus

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