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The writ of 'Certiorari' is issued by a superior court:

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. To compel a public authority to perform its duty.
  2. To quash the order of an inferior court or tribunal.
  3. To inquire into the legality of a person's claim to a public office.
  4. To release a person unlawfully detained.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: To quash the order of an inferior court or tribunal.