PPSC PCS 2025 · Question 27 of 100

Consider the following statements regarding the writ jurisdiction of the Courts: Statement I: The writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court is narrower than that of the High Court. Statement II: The Supreme Court can issue writs only for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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ABoth Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.Correct
BBoth Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement I.
CStatement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
DStatement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct.

Answer: A. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.

Explanation

Both statements are correct and the second explains the first: the Supreme Court issues writs only for Fundamental Rights, making its writ jurisdiction narrower than a High Court's.

Source: https://www.nimbusias.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Punjab-PCS-GS-Original-Paper-2025.pdf

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