Which one of the following writs means 'you may have the body' ?

Which one of the following writs means ‘you may have the body’ ?

Habeas Corpus

Mandamus

Certiorari

Quo Warranto

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The word ‘Habeas Corpus’ is a Latin term that literally translates to “You may have the body”. This writ is issued by a court to order that a person who has been arrested or imprisoned be brought before the court. It is used to test whether a person’s detention is lawful.

Habeas Corpus is a writ used to challenge unlawful detention, ensuring the person is brought before the court.

Mandamus means “We command”, used to direct a public servant to perform a duty. Certiorari means “To be certified” or “To be informed”, used by a higher court to review a lower court’s decision. Quo Warranto means “By what authority?”, used to question a person’s claim to a public office.

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