Question

How does the Supreme Court protect the Fundamental Rights of the individuals?

Answer 1

Writs are issued by The Supreme Court to enforce the fundamental rights of Indian citizen guaranteed by the constitution. The power to issue writs is a provision under " right to constitutional remedies ". Supreme Court issue 5 type of writs.

1) Habeas corpus (meaning-you may have the body)

2) Mandamus (meaning-we command)

3) Certiorari (to be certified)

4) Prohibition

5) Quo warranto (meaning- what is your authority)