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Which judicial writ literally translates to "by what authority or warrant"?

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

Answer options

  1. Quo Warranto
  2. Certiorari
  3. Mandamus
  4. Habeas Corpus

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Quo Warranto

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Quo Warranto šŸ“š Explanation: The writ of 'Quo Warranto' literally translates to "by what authority or warrant" in Latin. It is issued by the court to investigate the strict legality of a person's claim to a public office. If the court finds that the person is holding the office illegally, they can be immediately ousted by this powerful writ.