The writs issued by higher courts to lower courts or tribunals are: Prohibition: Issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal to prevent it from hearing a case or taking a particular action that is beyond its jurisdiction. Certiorari: Issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal to quash an order that has already been passed, often when the lower court has acted without jurisdiction or in violation of natural justice. Habeas Corpus: A writ requiring a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court, especially to secure the person's release unless lawful grounds are shown for their detention. Quo Warranto: A writ requiring a person to show cause by what authority they hold a public office.
Which writ is issued by the High Court to the lower courts to stop legal actions?
Asked in Civil Judge 2018 · Topic: The High Court (Writ Jurisdiction (Article 226))
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