Why do courts issue writs to the government-A- To restore the fundamental rightsB- To make new fundamental rightsC- To make changes in DPSPD- To enforce fundamental duties

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Why do courts issue writs to the government?

To restore the fundamental rights

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To make new fundamental rights

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To make changes in DPSP

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To enforce fundamental duties

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The correct option is A To restore the fundamental rights
When the Fundamental Rights of an individual are violated or denied, courts can issue writs to the government asking to restore these rights. There are five writs which can be used by the high court or the supreme court - Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Quo-Warranto, Prohibition, Certiorari.

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Which of the following statements are correct about constitutional remedies?
1. Right to constitutional remedies has been described by Nehru as ‘heart and soul of the constitution’.
2. Right to constitutional remedies offers a citizen the right to approach judiciary to get any of the fundamental rights restored in case of their violation.
3. The courts can issue writs to enforce fundamental rights.
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