High Court Writs & Appeals Published & Fact-Checked 27 Aug 2026

What are the 5 types of Constitutional Writs in India?

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1. Habeas Corpus (against illegal detention); 2. Mandamus (commanding public duty performance); 3. Certiorari (quashing illegal lower orders); 4. Prohibition (preventing jurisdiction excess); 5. Quo Warranto (challenging public office title).

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