With reference to the writ of Mandamus, consider the following statements:
1. It is used for the enforcement of fundamental rights.
2. It can be issued against a High Court judge acting in their judicial capacity.
3. It is an order by the Supreme Court to present a person physically before the court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Statement 1 is correct: The writ of Mandamus is issued for the enforcement of fundamental rights. Statement 2 is incorrect: Mandamus cannot be issued against a judge of a High Court acting in their judicial capacity. Statement 3 is incorrect: The writ to produce a person physically before the court is Habeas Corpus, not Mandamus.

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