FrameworksConstitutional Law
How a Writ Petition Works
Understanding the process of invoking writ jurisdiction under Articles 226 and 32.
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ISSUE
Violation of a fundamental or legal right by the State or its instrumentality.
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APPLICABLE LAW
Constitution of India, Articles 32 and 226.
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JURISDICTION
Supreme Court (Art. 32) or the relevant High Court (Art. 226).
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PROCESS
Draft petition, establish locus and cause of action, seek interim relief.
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DOCUMENTS
Petition, affidavit, impugned order, supporting annexures.
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AUTHORITY
Constitutional courts.
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PROCEDURE
Filing, admission, notice, counter-affidavit, hearing, judgment.
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POSSIBLE OUTCOMES
Issuance of writ, directions, dismissal, or relegation to alternate remedy.
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