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With reference to the writs issued by the Courts in India, consider the following statements :

  1. 1.Mandamus will not lie against a private organisation unless it is entrusted with a public duty.
  2. 2.Mandamus will not lie against a Company even though it may be a Government Company.
  3. 3.Any public minded person can be a petitioner to move the Court to obtain the writ of Quo Warranto.

Which of the statements given above are correct ?

  1. A.1 and 2 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.1 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. 1, 2 and 3

The writ of Mandamus can be issued against a private body if it performs public functions. However, it cannot be issued against a company, even a government company, if it is performing commercial functions. The writ of Quo Warranto can be filed by any person, even a public-spirited individual, to challenge the unlawful holding of a public office.

Source: UPSC gs1 2022

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