SHORT ANSWER:
Indian High Courts exercise their power of writs under Article 226 of the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- High Courts can issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights and for any other purpose.
- Common writs include Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo Warranto.
- Writs can be issued against the government or any authority for illegal actions.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for issuing writs; however, non-compliance with a writ can lead to contempt of court.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 226
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