Q. Consider the following statements about the writ Quo-Warranto:

1. It prevents illegal usurpation of public office by a person
2. It can be issued only against public office and not against ministerial offices

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 & 2
Notes: Quo Warranto means “by what warrant”? This writ is issued to enquire into legality of the claim of a person or public office. It restrains the person or authority to act in an office which he / she is not entitled to; and thus stops usurpation of public office by anyone. This writ is applicable only to the public offices and not to private offices or ministerial office.