Which Article of the Constitution authorises issuing of writs by any High Court of the country?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Article 226.
The authority of a High Court to issue writs in India is derived from Article 226 of the Constitution. This Article empowers every High Court to issue directions, orders, or writs—including habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, and certiorari—for the enforcement of fundamental rights and for any other purpose. Unlike the Supreme Court under Article 32, High Courts can intervene even in matters beyond fundamental rights, giving them wider jurisdiction to ensure justice and uphold citizens’ legal protections.