...Writs in Indian Constitution - Definitions and Examples 29 Jul 2011 Posted by Admin We might have a thought of how our Fundamental Rights are protected and what are the safe guarding measures granted by our Constitution for the proper enforcement of Fundamental Rights.Here comes the importance of Writs,more precisely Prerogative writs. Indian Constitution has adopted 5 Prerogative writs. Article 13 clearly states that Laws inconsistent with or in derogation of the fundamental rights are void.The Supreme Court (Under Article 32) and the High Courts (Under Article 226) are empowered to issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights against any authority of the State. Article 12 has defined "State" to include the Government and Parliament of India, and the Government and Legislature of the States, and all local or other authorities within the territory of India or under the control of the Government of India. The expression, "other authorities" has been interpreted to cover citizens,business organizations and therefore such organisations also are amenable to the writ jurisdiction of the courts.A proceeding under Article 32 is described as a constitutional remedy and the right to bring such proceedings before the Supreme Court is itself a fundamental right. Article 139 confers the Supreme Court the powers to issue the below 5 writs. 1. What is Habeas corpus writ Habeas corpus literally means ‘you may have the body'. It is the most valuable writ for personal liberty...
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