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The correct answer is option 3 - Five. The Supreme Court has the authority to issue five types of writs.
1. Habeas Corpus - This writ is used to bring a person who has been unlawfully detained or imprisoned before the court.
2. Mandamus - This writ is issued to a lower court, public authority, or government official to compel them to perform their duty.
3. Certiorari - This writ is used to review a decision of a lower court and ensure that there has been no miscarriage of justice.
4. Prohibition - This writ is issued to a lower court to prevent it from exceeding its jurisdiction or acting in excess of its powers.
5. Quo Warranto - This writ is used to question a person`s right to hold a public office or position.
These writs are powerful tools to protect fundamental rights and ensure the fair administration of justice.