The order of mandamus is a - WAEC Government 2010 Question
The order of mandamus is a
A
form of order by a superior body to perform a function
B
mandate from the executive to the public corporations
C
plea for man of alibi in court
D
writ to produce a detanied person for trial
correct option: a
The legal term writ of mandamus refers to an order by a court to a lesser government official to perform an act required by law, which he has refused or neglected to do.
A writ or order of mandamus is an extraordinary court order because it is made without the benefit of full judicial process, or before a case has concluded. It may be issued by a court at any time that it is appropriate, but it is usually issued in a case that has already begun.
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