The power to issue writs under Article 226 is exercised by

Explanation

1. 01

   Article 226 confers the writ power on the High Courts.

2. 02

   Article 32 confers a comparable power on the Supreme Court, and that one is itself a Fundamental Right.

3. 03

   Article 226 is the wider of the two: a High Court may issue a writ for the enforcement of a Fundamental Right or for any other purpose.