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Which writ directs a public official or body to perform a duty they have failed to perform?
Asked in AP High Court Stenographer Grade II/ Jr Assistant/ Typist/ Field Assistant Common · 2025
Writs · Indian Polity
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Mandamus commands a public authority or other body performing a public duty to perform a duty required by law.
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Habeas Corpus has appeared in 44 previous-year exam questions, most frequently in State PSC, UPSC and SSC.
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