The writ of mandamus can be issued in which of the following cases?
1. To the employer against nonpayment of minimum wages to some employees.
2. To a private degree college affiliated to a university created by a statute to implement the decision of the university which was a condition for its affiliation.
Select the correct answer:

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: Option A