All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 2-II Previous Year Question Papers with Answers

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Which of the following writs may the Supreme Court use to inquire into the legality of a claim that a person asserts to a public office and to remove such a person from the public office if the claim is not well- founded?

A: The writ of mandamus.
B: The writ of quo warranto
C: The writ of habeas corpus.
D: The writ of certiorari.
E: The writ of prohibition.

The answer is: B

Explanation

The writ that the Supreme Court may use to inquire into the legality of a claim that a person asserts to a public office and to remove such a person from the public office if the claim is not well-founded is:

B: The writ of quo warranto.

Explanation:

The writ of quo warranto is used to challenge a person's right or authority to hold a public office. It inquires into the legality of a claim to a public office and can result in the removal of a person from that office if it is determined that they do not have a valid or legal claim to it. This writ is used to prevent individuals from wrongfully or unlawfully holding public positions.