Writ of Mandamus
In India, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India and Hon’ble High Courts are the only courts which have been conferred power by the Constitution of India to issue writs.
The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India can issue writs under Article 32 of the Constitution of India. However, this power is restricted to cases involving violation of Fundamental Rights.
The Hon’ble High Courts have been conferred powers under Article 226 read with Article 227 of the Constitution of India to exercise their writ jurisdiction. This power is not restricted to breach of Fundamental Rights but can be exercised by the Hon’ble High Courts whenever there is a breach of any constitutional or statutory right.
What is Mandamus?
A Writ of Mandamus is sought when a public official is not doing his duties or not performing his duties in the manner prescribed by law.
NEED ASSISTANCE WITH A MANDAMUS PETITION?
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