2015 · Q99
A writ of Habeas Corpus for the release of a person can be issued
- 1where the arrest or detention has taken place in contravention of the procedure established by law
- 2to secure the release of a person imprisoned on a criminal charge
- 3where the arrest has taken place for contempt of Court or the Parliament
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- A1, 2 and 3
- B2 and 3 only
- C1 only
- D1 and 2 only
Explanation
Habeas corpus is issued where arrest or detention has taken place in contravention of the procedure established by law — statement 1, the writ's core purpose. It does not lie to secure the release of a person lawfully imprisoned on a criminal charge (2), nor against detention for contempt of court or of Parliament, which is an exercise of lawful judicial or legislative power (3). Hence 1 only.