WAEC Government 2000 Question 14

Question 14

Judiciary

An order directing a detainee to be brought before the court is called

  1. A.habeas corpus
  2. B.an appearance
  3. C.an injunction
  4. D.a referendum.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (habeas corpus)

Explanation

Habeas corpus orders that a detained person be produced in court so the legality of the detention can be tested.