Correct Answer:
B. A representation and an affidavit
Interim relief is a temporary measure granted by a legal or administrative body to prevent immediate harm or maintain the status quo until a final decision is made. To obtain such relief from a Hearing Officer, an application must typically be robustly supported.
- Option B: A representation and an affidavit is correct because a representation outlines the legal arguments and factual basis for the request, while an affidavit provides sworn evidence to substantiate the claims, lending credibility and weight to the application.
- Option A: Only a representation is insufficient as it lacks the sworn evidence necessary to convince the officer of the urgency or veracity of the claims.
- Option C: A legal opinion is an interpretation of the law, not a direct application document for interim relief.
- Option D: A bank guarantee might be required in specific financial cases as a condition for granting relief, but it is not the primary accompanying document for the application itself.