what is an article in a proceeding
The purpose of an Article 78 proceeding in the nature of certiorari is to seek judicial review. Mandamus is the writ by which the court makes a finding as to whether an administrative agency, public body or officer failed to perform a duty enjoined upon it by law (CPLR 7803 [1]). The purpose of an Article 78 proceeding in the nature of mandamus is to compel the performance of a duty.