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Fundamental Rights

Right to Constitutional Remedies Practice Questions

33 free Right to Constitutional Remedies practice questions for the Indian Polity. Tap an option to answer — you get instant feedback, the correct answer, and a detailed explanation for every question.

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Question 1 of 33 Medium

Which writ literally means 'we command' and is issued to a public official who has failed to perform his duty?

  1. A Habeas Corpus
  2. B Mandamus
  3. C Quo-Warranto
  4. D Certiorari

Correct answer: Mandamus

Mandamus is a command issued by a court to a public official, public body, corporation, or lower court. It directs them to perform a legal duty that they have refused or failed to perform.

Question 2 of 33 Medium

The Supreme Court’s power to issue writs under Article 32 is a part of which of the following?

  1. A Discretionary power of the President
  2. B Basic Structure of the Constitution
  3. C Emergency powers
  4. D Advisory jurisdiction

Correct answer: Basic Structure of the Constitution

The Right to Constitutional Remedies under Article 32 has been declared a 'Basic Structure' of the Constitution. Therefore, it cannot be taken away or abridged even by a Constitutional Amendment.

Question 3 of 33 Medium

Which of the following writs can be issued against private individuals as well as public authorities?

  1. A Habeas Corpus
  2. B Mandamus
  3. C Prohibition
  4. D Certiorari

Correct answer: Habeas Corpus

Habeas Corpus is the only writ that can be issued against both public authorities and private individuals. It is used to secure the release of a person who has been illegally detained.

Question 4 of 33 Medium

The writ of 'Prohibition' is issued by a higher court to a lower court for which purpose?

  1. A To compel them to take up a case
  2. B To quash an order already passed
  3. C To enquire into the legality of a claim to public office
  4. D To prevent them from exceeding their jurisdiction

Correct answer: To prevent them from exceeding their jurisdiction

Prohibition is a preventive writ issued to prevent a lower court or tribunal from exceeding its jurisdiction or usurping a jurisdiction it does not possess. It is issued while the proceedings are pending.

Question 5 of 33 Medium

Which writ is issued to quash the order of a lower court or tribunal on the grounds of excess of jurisdiction or error of law?

  1. A Mandamus
  2. B Prohibition
  3. C Quo-Warranto
  4. D Certiorari

Correct answer: Certiorari

Certiorari is both curative and preventive. It is issued to a lower court to transfer a case to the higher court or to quash an order based on lack of jurisdiction or error of law.

Question 6 of 33 Medium

The writ of 'Quo-Warranto' can be sought by which of the following?

  1. A Any interested person
  2. B The aggrieved person
  3. C The Attorney General of India
  4. D The President of India

Correct answer: Any interested person

Unlike other writs, Quo-Warranto can be sought by any interested person. It is used to prevent the illegal usurpation of a public office by a person.

Question 7 of 33 Medium

Under which Article can High Courts in India issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights?

  1. A Article 32
  2. B Article 131
  3. C Article 226
  4. D Article 143

Correct answer: Article 226

Article 226 empowers High Courts to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and for 'any other purpose'. This makes the writ jurisdiction of High Courts broader than that of the Supreme Court.

Question 8 of 33 Medium

In which case did the Supreme Court rule that the power of judicial review under Articles 32 and 226 is part of the basic structure?

  1. A Kesavananda Bharati case
  2. B Minerva Mills case
  3. C L. Chandra Kumar case
  4. D Golaknath case

Correct answer: L. Chandra Kumar case

In the L. Chandra Kumar case (1997), the Supreme Court held that the writ jurisdiction of both the Supreme Court and the High Courts is a part of the Basic Structure. This means the power cannot be excluded by legislation.

Question 9 of 33 Medium

The writ of Mandamus cannot be issued against which of the following?

  1. A A Governor of a State
  2. B An Income Tax officer
  3. C A Municipal Corporation
  4. D An Inferior Court

Correct answer: A Governor of a State

Mandamus cannot be issued against the President of India or the Governors of States. It is also not available against private individuals or to enforce departmental instructions that lack statutory force.

Question 10 of 33 Medium

Under Article 32, a person can move the Supreme Court for the enforcement of which rights?

  1. A Directive Principles of State Policy
  2. B Fundamental Duties
  3. C Fundamental Rights
  4. D All Constitutional Rights

Correct answer: Fundamental Rights

Article 32 is specifically for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights (Part III) only. For other legal or constitutional rights, a person must approach the High Court under Article 226.

Question 11 of 33 Medium

Which Article allows Parliament to empower any other court to exercise the writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?

  1. A Article 32(1)
  2. B Article 32(2)
  3. C Article 32(4)
  4. D Article 32(3)

Correct answer: Article 32(3)

Article 32(3) states that Parliament may by law empower any other court to exercise within the local limits of its jurisdiction all or any of the powers exercisable by the Supreme Court.

Question 12 of 33 Medium

The writ of Certiorari is NOT available against which of the following after the 1991 Supreme Court ruling?

  1. A Judicial bodies
  2. B Quasi-judicial bodies
  3. C Administrative authorities affecting rights
  4. D Legislative bodies

Correct answer: Legislative bodies

Certiorari is issued against judicial, quasi-judicial, and administrative authorities (as per the 1991 ruling). However, it is still not available against legislative bodies and private individuals.

Question 13 of 33 Medium

Can the right to move the Supreme Court under Article 32 be suspended?

  1. A Yes, during a National Emergency
  2. B No, it cannot be suspended
  3. C Yes, by a 2/3rd majority in Parliament
  4. D Only during a Financial Emergency

Correct answer: Yes, during a National Emergency

Article 32(4) states that the right shall not be suspended except as provided by the Constitution. Under Article 359, the President can suspend the right to move any court for enforcement of FRs during a National Emergency.

Question 14 of 33 Medium

Which of the following is a requirement for issuing a writ of Quo-Warranto?

  1. A The office must be created by a statute or the Constitution
  2. B The office must be private in nature
  3. C The person must have already been in office for at least 5 years
  4. D There must be a violation of the Right to Equality

Correct answer: The office must be created by a statute or the Constitution

Quo-Warranto can only be issued if the office is a substantive public office of a permanent character created by a statute or by the Constitution. It cannot be issued for ministerial or private offices.

Question 15 of 33 Medium

The principle of 'Locus Standi' is relaxed in the case of which writ?

  1. A Mandamus
  2. B Quo-Warranto
  3. C Certiorari
  4. D Prohibition Writ

Correct answer: Quo-Warranto

Locus Standi (the right to bring an action) is traditionally required for most writs, meaning only the aggrieved can apply. However, Quo-Warranto and Public Interest Litigation (PIL) allow any interested person to approach the court.

Question 16 of 33 Medium

When is the writ of Prohibition issued compared to Certiorari?

  1. A Prohibition is issued after the verdict, Certiorari before
  2. B Prohibition is issued during the trial, Certiorari after the order
  3. C Prohibition is for private bodies, Certiorari for public
  4. D Certiorari is issued during the trial, Prohibition after the order

Correct answer: Prohibition is issued during the trial, Certiorari after the order

Prohibition is 'preventive' and is issued while the case is still pending to stop the court. Certiorari is 'curative' and is issued after an order has been passed to quash it.

Question 17 of 33 Medium

The Supreme Court cannot refuse to entertain a writ petition under Article 32 because:

  1. A It is a fundamental right in itself
  2. B The petitioner must exhaust other remedies first
  3. C Article 32 is a Directive Principle
  4. D The High Court has no power over writs

Correct answer: It is a fundamental right in itself

Since Article 32 is itself a Fundamental Right, the Supreme Court is the protector and guarantor of these rights. Unlike Article 226 which is discretionary, the Supreme Court is duty-bound to provide relief under Article 32.

Question 18 of 33 Medium

Which Article of the Constitution provides the Right to Constitutional Remedies?

  1. A Article 19
  2. B Article 21
  3. C Article 32
  4. D Article 226

Correct answer: Article 32

Article 32 provides the Right to Constitutional Remedies. It allows individuals to approach the Supreme Court directly. It ensures enforcement of Fundamental Rights.

Question 19 of 33 Medium

Who described Article 32 as the 'Heart and Soul of the Constitution'?

  1. A Jawaharlal Nehru
  2. B Rajendra Prasad
  3. C Sardar Patel
  4. D B.R. Ambedkar

Correct answer: B.R. Ambedkar

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar described Article 32 as the heart and soul. It guarantees the protection of Fundamental Rights. It ensures access to justice.

Question 20 of 33 Medium

The Right to Constitutional Remedies allows citizens to:

  1. A Vote freely in all elections held nationwide.
  2. B Form associations and other unions freely.
  3. C Own and freely acquire property.
  4. D Move courts for enforcement of rights.

Correct answer: Move courts for enforcement of rights.

This right allows individuals to approach courts. It ensures enforcement of Fundamental Rights. It is a key safeguard.

Question 21 of 33 Medium

Which court has the power to issue writs under Article 32?

  1. A High Court
  2. B District Court
  3. C Tribunal
  4. D Supreme Court

Correct answer: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has the power to issue writs under Article 32. This is a Fundamental Right. It ensures direct access to justice.

Question 22 of 33 Medium

Which writ means 'to have the body'?

  1. A Mandamus
  2. B Certiorari
  3. C Habeas Corpus
  4. D Writ of Prohibition

Correct answer: Habeas Corpus

Habeas Corpus literally means 'to have the body'. It orders production of a detained person. It checks illegal detention.

Question 23 of 33 Medium

Which writ is issued to command a public official to perform a duty?

  1. A Certiorari
  2. B Prohibition
  3. C Habeas Corpus
  4. D Mandamus

Correct answer: Mandamus

Mandamus means 'we command'. It directs a public authority to perform its duty. It ensures proper functioning of authorities.

Question 24 of 33 Medium

Which writ is issued to quash an order of a lower court?

  1. A Prohibition
  2. B Mandamus
  3. C Habeas Corpus
  4. D Certiorari

Correct answer: Certiorari

Certiorari is issued to quash orders of lower courts. It is used after judgment. It corrects errors of jurisdiction.

Question 25 of 33 Medium

Which writ is issued to question the legality of a person's claim to a public office?

  1. A Mandamus
  2. B Certiorari
  3. C Quo-Warranto
  4. D Writ of Prohibition

Correct answer: Quo-Warranto

Quo-Warranto means 'by what authority'. It questions illegal occupation of public office. It ensures lawful appointments.

Question 26 of 33 Medium

The Right to Constitutional Remedies is primarily for enforcement of:

  1. A Legal rights
  2. B Directive Principles
  3. C Customary laws
  4. D Fundamental Rights

Correct answer: Fundamental Rights

Article 32 is meant for enforcing Fundamental Rights. It ensures their protection. It is a guaranteed right.

Question 27 of 33 Medium

Can the Right to Constitutional Remedies be suspended?

  1. A Never
  2. B Only by Parliament through law
  3. C Only by courts
  4. D Only during emergency

Correct answer: Only during emergency

This right can be suspended during a national emergency. It depends on the nature of emergency. This is provided in the Constitution.

Question 28 of 33 Medium

Which Article allows Parliament to extend writ powers to other courts?

  1. A Article 32(2)
  2. B Article 226
  3. C Article 368
  4. D Article 32(3)

Correct answer: Article 32(3)

Article 32(3) allows Parliament to extend writ powers. It can empower other courts. This ensures wider access to justice.

Question 29 of 33 Medium

Which of the following writs is preventive in nature?

  1. A Certiorari
  2. B Mandamus
  3. C Prohibition
  4. D Habeas Corpus

Correct answer: Prohibition

Prohibition is preventive. It stops lower courts from proceeding further. It prevents misuse of jurisdiction.

Question 30 of 33 Medium

Which of the following writs is corrective in nature?

  1. A Prohibition
  2. B Mandamus
  3. C Habeas Corpus
  4. D Certiorari

Correct answer: Certiorari

Certiorari is corrective. It quashes orders already passed. It corrects jurisdictional errors.

Question 31 of 33 Medium

The power to issue writs is part of:

  1. A Executive power
  2. B Legislative power
  3. C Judicial function
  4. D Administrative power

Correct answer: Judicial function

Issuing writs is a judicial function. It is exercised by courts. It ensures protection of rights.

Question 32 of 33 Medium

Which of the following is a key feature of Article 32?

  1. A It is not judicially enforceable
  2. B It applies only to states
  3. C It is optional
  4. D It is itself a Fundamental Right

Correct answer: It is itself a Fundamental Right

Article 32 is itself a Fundamental Right. It guarantees remedy for violation of rights. It strengthens the Constitution.

Question 33 of 33 Medium

Which of the following best describes the Right to Constitutional Remedies?

  1. A Right to vote
  2. B Right to acquire, hold, and freely dispose of property
  3. C Right to education
  4. D Right to approach courts for enforcement of rights

Correct answer: Right to approach courts for enforcement of rights

It allows individuals to approach courts for enforcement of Fundamental Rights. It is a safeguard against violation. It ensures justice.

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