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Which writ is issued by a High Court or the Supreme Court to compel an authority to perform a function that it was not performing?

A. Writ of Certiorari

B. Writ of Habeas Corpus

C. Writ of Mandamus

D. Writ of Quo Warranto

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Mandamus which literally means 'command' is a writ issued by court to a public official asking him to perform his official duties that he has failed or refused to perform. This writ can be issued only against a government official and not against a private individual or body.

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