Q. Consider the following statements regarding the writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court:
1.The Supreme Court and High Courts both can issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
2.The writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court is wider than that of the High Courts.
3.The Supreme Court can issue writs only for enforcing Fundamental Rights, while High Courts can issue writs for other purposes too.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Both the Supreme Court and High Courts can issue writs for enforcing Fundamental Rights.
- The writ jurisdiction of High Courts is wider than the Supreme Court’s, because High Courts can issue writs for other legal purposes too, not just Fundamental Rights.
- The Supreme Court can issue writs only to enforce Fundamental Rights. High Courts can issue writs for Fundamental Rights and other legal purposes (like legal duties under statutes).
Source: laxmikant (Polity)
