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The writ of Certiorari can be issued on grounds of error of law ______, jurisdictional error, or violation of principles of natural justice.
- of fact
- apparent on the face of record
- of procedure
- of evidence
Answer: apparent on the face of record
Certiorari grounds: (a) Lack/excess of jurisdiction, (b) Error of law apparent on face of record (not re-appreciation of evidence), (c) Violation of natural justice (audi alteram partem, nemo judex in causa sua), (d) Fraud/collusion. Issued by higher court to quash order of lower court/tribunal. Ensures judicial/quasi-judicial bodies act within legal bounds.