Which of the following conditions is/are necessary for the issue of a writ of certiorari in India?<br>1. There should be a tribunal or an officer having legal authority to determine questions affecting rights of subjects and having a duty to act judicially.<br>2. Such tribunal or officer has acted without jurisdiction.<br>Select the <strong>CORRECT</strong> answer using the code given below.
- A. 1 only
- B. 2 only
- C. Both 1 and 2 ✓
- D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: C. Both 1 and 2
Explanation
A writ of certiorari is issued by a higher court to a lower court or quasi-judicial tribunal to correct errors of jurisdiction, provided the lower body has legal authority and the duty to act judicially.
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