A court order compelling the executive or its agencies to produce an unlawfully detained person is called a writ of
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A.
mandamus -
B.
subpoena -
C.
habeas corpus -
D.
injunction
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus enables the release from custody of persons unlawfully detained. The writ itself protects individuals from illegal arrests and detention, through a court order compelling officers to “produce the body” and explain the basis for a person’s continued detention.)