Consider the following statements:

1. The writ of Certiorari cannot been filed against the administrative authorities.
2. Locus Standi is not needed to file the Certiorari.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?"

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is D Neither 1 nor 2
Locus Standi is also needed.

Facts about Certiorari in India:
Pre-1991: Certiorari only against judicial and quasi-judicial authorities and not against administrative authorities
Post-1991: The Supreme Court ruled that certiorari can be used even against administrative authorities affecting the rights of individuals

It cannot be issued against legislative bodies and private individuals or bodies.

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Consider the following statements: 1. The writ of Certiorari cannot been filed against the administrative authorities. 2. Locus Standi is not needed to file the Certiorari. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?"

Consider the following statements:

1. The writ of Certiorari cannot been filed against the administrative authorities.
2. Locus Standi is not needed to file the Certiorari.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?"