Q. With respect to Article 32 of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:

1. Habeas Corpus and Mandamus can be issued against an individual.
2. Prohibition cannot be issued against administrative authorities, legislative bodies, and private individuals or bodies.
3. Certiorari can be invoked against legislative authorities but not against administrative bodies.
4. Quo Warranto cannot be issued against private or ministerial offices.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Only 2 and 4
Notes: Statement 2 is correct: Prohibition cannot be issued against administrative authorities, legislative bodies, and private individuals. Statement 4 is also correct: Quo Warranto cannot be issued against private or ministerial offices. Statement 1 is incorrect because Mandamus cannot be issued against individuals. Statement 3 is incorrect because Certiorari can be issued against administrative but not legislative authorities.