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A writ of prohibition is an order issued by the Supreme Court or High Courts to:

Aa government officer prohibiting him from taking a particular action.
Bthe Parliament/Legislative Assembly to pass a law on Prohibition.
Cthe lower court prohibiting continuation of proceedings in a case.
Dthe government prohibiting it from following an unconstitutional policy.
Correct Answer — C

Explanation

A writ of prohibition stops a lower court from continuing proceedings that exceed its jurisdiction.

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