Which of the following statements about the Writ of Mandamus is/are correct ?
- 1. Mandamus lies against the Government.
- 2. Mandamus lies against inferior Courts and Tribunals.
- 3. Mandamus lies against individuals in cases where a public duty is imposed on them.
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2018
2. Mandamus lies against inferior courts and tribunals if they refuse to exercise their jurisdiction or perform a duty imposed by law.
3. Mandamus generally does not lie against private individuals or bodies, but it *does* lie against individuals or private bodies when they are performing a public duty or are legally obligated to perform a public function imposed by statute or common law.