Article 32 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to constitutional remedies, providing citizens with the right to move the Supreme Court for the enforcement of their fundamental rights. Dr. Ambedkar considered this article the most important as it makes other fundamental rights justiciable and effective.
According to B. R. Ambedkar, which one among the following Articles is the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution of India?
Asked in UPSC CDS 1 2024 · Topic: Fundamental Rights (Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32) and Writ Jurisdiction)
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- Which one of the following statements is not correct with respect to Article 32 of the Constitution of India?
- Which one of the following writs is issued by the Supreme Court to secure the freedom of a person upon unlawful arrest?
- A writ issued to secure the release of a person found to be detained illegally is
- Which one of the following is not a correct statement with reference to the Constitution of India?
- Match the following writs with their meanings: A. Habeas Corpus B. Mandamus C. Prohibition D. Certiorari E. Quo-Warranto i) Be more fully informed ii) By what authority iii) We command iv) Let us have the body v) Writ to Subordinate Courts
- Which one of the following is not applicable to a writ of Habeas Corpus?
- Which of the following statements are correct with reference to writs issued by the Supreme Court and High Courts in India? The writ of Habeas Corpus can be issued against public authorities only. The writ of Mandamus cannot be issued against a private individual or body. The writ of prohibition can be issued only against judicial and quasi-judicial authorities. The writ of Certiorari is available against legislative bodies and private individuals.
- Which of the following statements are correct regarding different writs? 1. Prohibition can be issued against Election Commission of India. 2. Mandamus cannot be issued against the Chief Justice of a High Court acting in judicial capacity. 3. Certiorari is issued on the ground of excess of jurisdiction. 4. Quo-Warranto cannot be issued in cases of ministerial office or private office.
