GK Question

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The Supreme Court has evolved the concept of 'continuing mandamus' to monitor implementation of its directions in public interest cases over time.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Continuing mandamus: SC/HC keeps writ petition pending and issues periodic directions to executive agencies to ensure compliance with court orders in PIL cases (e.g., environmental protection, police reforms, prison conditions). Enables judicial monitoring of executive action without usurping executive function. Innovative tool for effective rights enforcement.

Topic Writs - Continuing Mandamus
Exam Relevance Judicial innovation in enforcement question for UPSC Mains and advanced SSC exams