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What is Extraordinary Writ Jurisdiction For PIL In India?

By Team Legal Helpline India

Writ Jurisdiction For PIL In India - Extraordinary writ jurisdiction is above the ordinary powers of the Supreme Court and High Court hence named as extraordinary powers. All other legal provisions to approach the Supreme Court under the law such as appeal, revision, reference, etc. are called the ordinary powers of the court but the writ powers are named as extraordinary powers of the court. The writ is a highly prerogative and effective power of the courts to issue directions…Read more