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Which statement best describes the role of writ jurisdiction in Indian constitutionalism?
- Writs are extraordinary remedies available only in criminal cases
- Writs are procedural technicalities with limited substantive impact
- Writs are powerful tools for enforcing rights, checking executive excess, and ensuring constitutional governance
- Writs can only be issued by Supreme Court, not High Courts
Answer: Writs are powerful tools for enforcing rights, checking executive excess, and ensuring constitutional governance
Writ jurisdiction (Articles 32, 226) is cornerstone of Indian constitutionalism: (a) Enforces Fundamental Rights and legal rights, (b) Checks executive/judicial excesses through judicial review, (c) Ensures accountability via Mandamus, Certiorari, etc., (d) Adapts to new challenges through PIL, continuing mandamus. Empowers courts as guardians of Constitution and protectors of citizens' rights against State power.