The writ of Habeas Corpus (meaning 'to have the body of') is issued by a court to a person or authority who has detained another person, directing them to produce the body of the detained person before the court. The court then examines the legality of the detention and, if found to be illegal, orders the release of the person. This writ is a crucial safeguard against arbitrary arrest and detention.
Which writ can be issued in case of illegal arrest ?
Asked in UPSC Combined Section Officer 2021 22 · Topic: Fundamental Rights (Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32) and Writ Jurisdiction)
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