Indian Polity PYQ 87 of 375 · Fundamental Rights

Which of the following is given the power to enforce the Fundamental Rights by the Constitution?

  1. AAll Courts in India
  2. BThe Parliament
  3. CThe President
  4. DThe Supreme Court and High Courts

47th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2005

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Correct answer: (d) The Supreme Court and High Courts

Explanation

The power to enforce Fundamental Rights is given to the Supreme Court (Article 32) and the High Courts (Article 226). While exercising this power, the courts issue five types of writs—mandamus, habeas corpus, quo warranto, certiorari, and prohibition.

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