Category Archives: Law Entrance

Writ of Certiorari | Overview Introduction History, Scope and Evolution Landmark judgements Conclusion The writ of certiorari has been translated in numerous ways—including “to be made certain,” “to search,” “to be more fully informed”—but, ultimately, it comes down to a superior court wanting to be apprised of a lower body’s actions. This article enquires into the history of… Read More »

Writ of Prohibition | Overview Introduction History, Scope and Evolution Landmark Judgements Conclusion In this article “Writ of Prohibition: History, Scope and Evolution, and Landmark Judgements,” the author has discussed the writ of prohibition which is nearly as old as the common law itself. Like other writs, the writ of prohibition is guaranteed under the Constitution of India—specifically Articles… Read More »

Writ of Habeas Corpus | Overview Introduction Scope and evolution Landmark judgements Conclusion Writ of Habeas corpus has been fundamentally important in safeguarding the rights of detainees in India. It protects citizens from arbitrary arrests, abuse by police authorities, illegal detentions, etc. Habeas corpus has been available to citizens for protection throughout independent India’s history save for the… Read More »

Writ of Mandamus | Overview Introduction Scope and Evolution Landmark Judgements Conclusion The writ of mandamus can be employed to either direct a body to do something or to refrain from doing something.  Mandamus is only issued by high and apex courts; in India, those are the various state high courts and the supreme court. They have original… Read More »