Q. The writ of prohibition is not available against which of the following bodies?
1. Quasi-judicial bodies
2. Administrative authority
3. Legislative body
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: Prohibition
Literally, it means ‘to forbid’. It is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal to prevent the latter from exceeding its jurisdiction or usurping a jurisdiction that it does not possess. Thus, unlike mandamus that directs activity, the prohibition directs inactivity.
The writ of prohibition can be issued only against judicial and quasi-judicial authorities. It is not available against administrative authorities, legislative bodies, and private individuals or bodies.
Source: Indian Polity by Laxmikanth
