Constitutional remedies under Articles 226 and 227
Writ Jurisdiction
Drafting and arguing writ petitions under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution involving illegal orders, violation of natural justice, public authorities, statutory bodies, and constitutional rights.
How we help
Writ jurisdiction is one of the most effective tools to challenge illegal action by public authorities, violations of natural justice, and breaches of constitutional rights. We draft and argue writ petitions before the High Court with a focus on clear legal grounds and strong factual foundations.
Our work includes certiorari, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, and habeas corpus matters, as well as supervisory jurisdiction under Article 227.
What’s included
- Drafting writ petitions under Articles 226 and 227
- Challenging illegal orders of public authorities
- Violation of natural justice and fair procedure
- Supervisory jurisdiction matters
- Constitutional remedies for statutory body actions
- Appeals and related civil remedies
FAQs
Questions clients ask about writ jurisdiction
- Who can file a writ petition?
- A person whose right is affected, or in appropriate cases a public-spirited person, may file a writ petition. We assess standing and legal grounds before proceeding.
- What is the time limit for filing a writ petition?
- Delay is generally discouraged. The Court considers the facts and may condone delay in exceptional cases. We advise promptly after the cause of action arises.
- Can a writ petition be filed against a private entity?
- Generally, writ remedies are directed at state action or entities performing public functions. We evaluate whether the respondent is amenable to writ jurisdiction.
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