Under Article 32 of the Constitution, any person can move the Supreme Court directly for the enforcement of their Fundamental Rights. Similarly, under Article 226, a person can approach a High Court for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights or for any other purpose. The Supreme Court and High Courts have the power to issue writs (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo Warranto) to protect these rights.
The Guardian of Fundamental Rights is
Asked in UPPSC Upper Mains 2010 · Topic: Fundamental Rights (Enforcement of Fundamental Rights and the Role of Judiciary)
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