| 6 |
Effect of repeal. |
2022, 2020, 2019, 2016, 2015, 2013
|
7× |
| 6 |
Golden Rule. |
2020, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2012, 2011
|
7× |
| 6 |
Mischief Rule. |
2021, 2018, 2013, 2012, 2011
|
6× |
| 6 |
Legislative Debates. |
2022, 2019, 2017, 2015, 2011
|
5× |
| 6 |
Preamble. |
2021, 2018, 2016, 2013, 2012
|
5× |
| 6 |
Ejusdem generis. |
2021, 2018, 2015, 2013
|
4× |
| 6 |
Harmonious construction. |
2019, 2015, 2013
|
4× |
| 6 |
Meaning of interpretation. |
2021, 2016, 2015, 2012
|
4× |
| 6 |
Meaning of Statutes. |
2022, 2018, 2012, 2011
|
4× |
| 6 |
None Obstanate clause. |
2019, 2017, 2016, 2013
|
4× |
| 6 |
Penal Statutes. |
2019, 2017, 2012, 2011
|
4× |
| 15 |
What are the general rules of construction under the General Clauses Act, 1897? |
2021, 2019, 2015
|
4× |
| 6 |
Definition of statute. |
2021, 2017, 2015
|
3× |
| 6 |
Interpretation clause. |
2019, 2017, 2015
|
3× |
| 6 |
Interpretation of procedural law. |
2015, 2013
|
3× |
| 10 |
A control act was repealed and re -enacted without modification. What is the effect on orders and rules made under the repealed act? |
2019, 2018, 2013
|
3× |
| 15 |
What are the internal aids to interpretation? |
2012, 2011
|
3× |
| 6 |
Beneficial Construction. |
2013, 2012
|
2× |
| 6 |
Construction. |
2013, 2012
|
2× |
| 6 |
General Clauses Act, 1897. |
2012, 2011
|
2× |
| 6 |
Grammatical Rule of Interpretation. |
2018, 2012
|
2× |
| 6 |
Interpretation of Taxing statutes. |
2020, 2015
|
2× |
| 6 |
Legislative History. |
2020, 2013
|
2× |
| 6 |
Literal rule. |
2019, 2017
|
2× |
| 6 |
Nascitur a sociis. |
2020, 2015
|
2× |
| 10 |
Sale of Green ginger were subjected to sales tax and it was contended that they were not so liable as they constituted 'Vegetables', which were exempted from sales tax. The expression 'vegetable' is not defined in the Act. Decide whether green ginger falls within the meaning of the term 'vegetables' or not. |
2019, 2018
|
2× |
| 10 |
The term "consumer" is defined under the consumer protection act. However, the problems arose as to whether as student falls within the meaning of expression "Consumer". IN such a case, what type of interpretation is preferable? Discuss. |
2019, 2018
|
2× |
| 10 |
There is a conflict between a provision of substantive law and a provision of procedural law. Which shall prevail over the other? What type of interpretation is preferable? Discuss. |
2016, 2015
|
2× |
| 15 |
What is Mischief Rule? Examine its importance in interpreting statutes. |
2017, 2015
|
2× |
| 15 |
Write a critical note on 'strict construction of Penal Statutes'. |
2017, 2016
|
2× |
| 15 |
What are the various presumptions in regard to a taxing statute? |
2011
|
2× |
| 6 |
Casus Omissus. |
2016
|
1× |
| 6 |
Consolidated statutes. |
2016
|
1× |
| 6 |
Definition of Interpretation. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Delegation of legislative power. |
2018
|
1× |
| 6 |
Effect of fiscal statutes. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
External aid. |
2022
|
1× |
| 6 |
External aid to Interpretation. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Finality Clauses in Statutes. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Government of Statute. |
2022
|
1× |
| 6 |
Implied Repeal. |
2021
|
1× |
| 6 |
Interpretation of Adjective Law. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Interpretation of procedural statutes. |
2020
|
1× |
| 6 |
Interpretation of Subordinate Legislation. |
2017
|
1× |
| 6 |
Literal Rule of Interpretation. |
2022
|
1× |
| 6 |
Logical interpretation. |
2018
|
1× |
| 6 |
Marginal notes. |
2020
|
1× |
| 6 |
Parent Act. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Parliamentary Debates. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Plain meaning rule. |
2015
|
1× |
| 6 |
Presumption of constitutionality. |
2016
|
1× |
| 6 |
Presumptions. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Remedial Statutes. |
2022
|
1× |
| 6 |
Repealing Statute. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Rule of Ejusdem Generis. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Rule in Heydon's case. |
2019
|
1× |
| 6 |
Rule of Severability. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Schedule. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Statutes in pari material. |
2015
|
1× |
| 6 |
Strict positive interpretation. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Subordinate Legislation. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Substantive Laws. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Taxing statute. |
2011
|
1× |
| 6 |
Temporary Statute. |
2022
|
1× |
| 6 |
Utility of rules of interpretation. |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, an accused in a murder case, is sentenced to death by public hanging. X challenges this order on the ground that it is not authorised by law and thus, liable to be struck down. Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
An Act was passed by the Parliament and was brought into operation with effect from 1st January, 2015. Mr. X violated the provisions of the Act and was charged for committing an offence punishable under the said Act in December 2017. When the case was pending in the criminal court, the said Act was repealed with effect from 1st January, 2019. What is the effect of repeal on the pending trial? Discuss. |
2021
|
1× |
| 10 |
An Act was passed by the State Legislature banning the slaughter of animals including cows. It was challenged on the ground that it was unconstitutional. What types of presumption can be raised in regard to the challenge? Discuss. |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
The Act and Rules were drafted by the same team of draftsmen simultaneously. The Act is of such a nature that it could not be operated without the Rules. Therefore, both the Act and the Rules were published in the same gazette and both came into operation from the same day. In such a case, to what extent the provision of the Act. 15.Under the sales tax legislation, vegetables are exempted from levy of sales tax. A vendor is selling "green ginger" along with vegetables. Sales tax is levied on the sale of "green ginger". The vendor claimed exemption on the ground that green ginger is a vegetable. Will he succeed? Decide in the light of principles applicable to interpretation of taxing statutes. |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, an amendment to Y laws, takes away the right vested in the parties earlier. State whether the amended law is valid. |
2011
|
1× |
| 10 |
Bring out the distinction between penal and remedial statute and the rule of interpretation applicable to them; discuss the current judicial trend in the interpretation of penal statutes. |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
A challenges the validity of Sec. 497 IPC (adultery) on the ground of its being discriminatory and in violation of Art. 14 of the Constitution. It is based on the plea that the woman involved in the offence is given immunity from punishment. Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A dealer consumed a part of the stock for his domestic consumption. This stock is made assessable to Sales Tax by the authorities. Decide the validity of the assessment. |
2011
|
1× |
| 10 |
X is dismissed from service without any enquiry on the basis of conviction for a traffic offence, i.e. crossing the red line at the traffic point. State whether the dismissal is valid. |
2011
|
1× |
| 10 |
The expression 'Consumer' is defined under the Consumer Protection Act. A question arose before the court whether a student is a consumer or not. If strict interpretation is followed, the student cannot avail relief under the said Act. If beneficial construction is followed, the student can claim remedy under the CP Act. What type of construction is preferable? Give reasons. |
2021
|
1× |
| 10 |
An expression in the penal statute is capable of being interpreted with two different meanings. If a narrow or restricted meaning is given, it would result in acquittal of the accused. If a wider or extended meaning is given, it would result in conviction of the accused. What type of interpretation do you prefer? Why? |
2021
|
1× |
| 10 |
Gopal was preventively arrested in 2009 and he challenged his preventive detention as violative of his Fundamental Rights under Art. 14, Art. 19 and Art. 21. Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
The highways act empowered the authorities to 'lop' the trees growing nearby the highway. In exercising the power, the authorities cut off the top of the trees along with two other public houses. Thereafter prostitutes solicited the passers by from balconies or windows of street offence? Does it amount to street offence? |
2016
|
1× |
| 10 |
The highways act empowered the authorities to 'lop' the trees growing nearby the highway. In exercising the power, the authorities cut off the top of the trees growing nearby the highway. Mr. X was charge sheeted. Thereafter prostitutes solicited the passers by from balconies or windows of street offence? Does it amount to street offence? |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
If an illustration is inconsistent with the content of a Section of the same Act, which shall prevail over the other? Discuss. |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
If a statutory language is defective as it is suffering from the defect of ambiguity, what type of interpretation do you prefer to overcome that ambiguity? |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
If there is inconsistency between a provision of substantive law and a provision of procedural law, which shall prevail over the other? Discuss. |
2017
|
1× |
| 10 |
Jyoti loved Raghu and both eloped and married. Jyoti was 17 years 11 months 27 days old at the time of marriage. Jyoti's father made a complaint that Raghu kidnapped his daughter from lawful guardian. The lower court made a complaint on appeal. Can the High Court construe that Jyoti attains majority with 17 years 11 months and 27 days to save the marriage and acquit Raghu? Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A law was enacted by the legislature in the year 2009. Mr. 'X' was challenged for committing an offence punishable under the said Act in the year 2012. When the trial against 'X' is pending, an Act of 2009 is repealed in the year 2013. What is the effect on the trial against 'X'? Discuss. |
2017
|
1× |
| 10 |
X law made smoking in public an offence from 1.4.2011. A person is prosecuted for an act of smoking in public on 31.3.2011. State whether the prosecution is valid. |
2011
|
1× |
| 10 |
A law prohibiting public smoking which came into force on 1 -4-2015, which made the Act punishable as an offence. X was prosecuted on public smoking on 31 -3-2015 at 11 p.m. Under the law prohibiting public smoking which came into force on 1 -4-2013. The validity of the prosecution was challenged. Discuss. |
2017
|
1× |
| 10 |
X law is repealed. State whether the action taken under the law is valid? What about pending cases after the repeal? |
2011
|
1× |
| 10 |
A member of a legislature is paid salary under a law providing for salaries to all the members of the legislature. He claims various deductions admissible under the head "salaries". The assessing authority (ITO) rejects this claim. Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
The Parliament enacted the State Offences Act prohibiting solicitations by prostitutes at public places. Thereafter, prostitutes solicited by passers from balconies or windows of their houses. Are they guilty of committing street offence? What type of interpretation is appropriate in such a case? Discuss. |
2021
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, a person accused of an offence, is asked to undergo a DNA test by the Court. X refuses and claims that it is in violation of Art. 20(3) of the Constitution. Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A pre -constitutional law was struck down on the ground of violation of fundamental rights. A subsequent constitutional amendment made gave power to the legislature to make such a law. State the validity of the pre-constitutional law earlier struck down by the court. |
2011
|
1× |
| 10 |
The prohibition act was enacted by the state legislature under which the sale, possession, transportation and consumption of liquor was an offence. Later the said act was repealed by the punishable under the act when it was in force. Mr. X was charge sheeted after the repeal of the Act. Is it legal? Discuss. |
2016
|
1× |
| 10 |
X is prosecuted for an offence but acquitted on the plea that the law under which he was prosecuted earlier applies. He is sought to be prosecuted again on the plea that the law of Act 20(2) applies for the second prosecution. State whether the validity of the second prosecution only extends to conviction cases. |
2011
|
1× |
| 10 |
A protective legislation like the Consumer Protection Act is capable of two possible interpretations. One interpretation would result in denial of remedy to consumers. The other interpretation world result in granting remedy to consumers. Which one is preferable? Give reasons. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
A provision of a penal statute is capable of being interpreted in two ways. One interpretation would result in conviction of the accused, whereas the other interpretation leads to acquittal of the accused. Which is preferable? Why? |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
A provision of penal statute is capable of two possible interpretations. One interpretation leads to conviction of accused and other interpretation leads to acquittal. Which interpretation is preferred? Give reasons. |
2019
|
1× |
| 10 |
Ramana was not selected for the post of Assistant Professor by a state university. He contended that his Right to Equality was violated by the university. University contends that it will not come under 'other authority' and hence Ramana's petition is to be struck down. Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
Under the Sales Tax Act, 'Vegetables' were exempted from tax. The tax authorities levied tax on the sale of coconuts. The vendor of coconuts, who was also selling vegetables, pleaded the exemption on the ground that coconuts fell within the term 'Vegetables'. Discuss. |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
Sita's passport was impounded in 2009 without assigning any reason. She challenged the action of the Passport Officer on the ground that her right to go abroad was curtailed. Decide. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
"A statute is not passed in a vacuum but in a framework of circumstances so as to give a remedy for a known state of affairs. To arrive at its meaning one should know the circumstances with reference to which the words were used and what was the object appearing from those circumstances which the punishment has in view." Make a critical appraisal of the above in the light of Heydon's rule as applied to the interpretation of statutes. |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
The street offences act was passed by the legislature. Thereafter prostitutes solicited the passers by from balconies or windows of public places. Are they guilty of committing an offence under the same Act, which shall prevail over the other? |
2016
|
1× |
| 10 |
Examine the strengths and weaknesses of 'strict interpretation of penal statutes'. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
The Telegraph act was enacted by parliament. Later Telephone was invented. A question arose before the court as to where the Telegraph includes Telephones. What rules of interpretation do you suggest in this regard? Refer to a decided case. |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
The term 'soliciting in a street' is defined under the Street Offences Act. However the problem arises as to whether a prostitute who attracted the attention of a passer -by from the balconies, by the expression 'soliciting in a street'. In such a case, what type of interpretation is preferable? Discuss. |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
There is a conflict between the provisions of two different enactments. One was enacted in the year 1998, the other one was enacted in the year 2006. What type of interpretation do you suggest to resolve the conflict between these two statutory provisions? |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
Explain the use of "decent, social, political and economic changes and scientific inventions" as an aid of interpretation. |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, wife of Y , saves substantial money given to her by Y for domestic expenses. In a year, the saving amounted to Rs. 3 lakhs. The Income Tax authorities assess this amount to tax. Is it valid? |
2011
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Beneficial Construction? Explain with the help of decided cases. |
2015
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Beneficial Construction? Illustrate with the help of judicial decisions. |
2020
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is meant by beneficial construction? Illustrate your answer. |
2019
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is meant by beneficial construction? What are the various types of presumptions which can be drawn by the courts in the process of statutory interpretation? |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Distinguish between methods on interpreting substantive and procedural laws. |
2021
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is the effect of a repealing statute on pending cases? |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Enumerate and explain the general principles of interpretation. |
2020
|
1× |
| 15 |
Enumerate the internal aids to interpretation. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Enumerate the various types of interpretation. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are external aids to the interpretation of Statutes? |
2021
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are external aids to interpretation of statutes? Illustrate your answer. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the general principles of interpretation. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Golden Rule of Interpretation? |
2021
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is the Golden Rule of Interpretation? Distinguish between 'Literal Rule' and 'Golden Rule'. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Golden Rule of interpretation? How is it different from Grammatical Rule? |
2015
|
1× |
| 15 |
Examine goldenness of golden rule. |
2017
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the Grammatical Rule of Interpretation with the help of suitable illustrations. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
The highways act empowered the authorities to 'lop' the trees growing nearby the highway. In exercising the power, the authorities cut off the top of the trees growing nearby the highway. |
2015
|
1× |
| 15 |
How is a conflict between parent legislation and subordinate legislation resolved? |
2011
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain how statutes can be classified for the purpose of Interpretation. |
2019
|
1× |
| 15 |
Examine how statutes and rules made under the constitution can be interpreted in the light of the preamble. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are the internal aids to construction state whether the constitution can be interpreted in the light of preamble. |
2019
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss in detail the internal aids of interpretation with the help of decided cases. |
2022
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are internal aids to statutory interpretation? Explain with the help of decided cases. |
2015
|
1× |
| 15 |
"Interpretation is either general or the general principles of construction." Discuss. |
2020
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the interpretative techniques adopted by the courts to resolve the conflict between parent legislation and subordinate legislation. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Literal or Grammatical Rule is said to be the safest rule of interpretation. Clarify with the help of decided cases. |
2022
|
1× |
| 15 |
State the meaning, object and scope of 'interpretation' and 'construction'. |
2022
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are the methods of interjecting procedural laws? |
2011
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the principles followed by the courts to resolve the conflict between enabling statutes and subordinate legislation. |
2016
|
1× |
| 15 |
A provision of penal statute is capable of being interpreted in two different ways. One interpretation leads to conviction of accused and the other interpretation leads to acquittal. Which interpretation has to be preferred? Give reasons. |
2018
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the 'Rule of Ejusdem Generis' with the help of landmark judgments. |
2022
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the rule of harmonious construction. How is it applied? |
2011
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the rule of harmonious construction. What are the limits to the applicability of this rule? |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Rule in Heydon's case? Explain how it is followed by Indian Courts. |
2016
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the significance of presumptions in interpreting a statute. |
2020
|
1× |
| 15 |
"A statute is to be considered according to the intent of the legislature that makes it." Explain. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Define a statute. How are statutes classified? |
2011
|
1× |
| 15 |
Examine the strengths and weaknesses of literal interpretation of statutes. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is the term 'consumer' as defined under the Consumer Protection Act? However, the problems arose as to whether a student falls within the meaning of the expression 'Consumer'. In such a case, what type of interpretation is preferable? Why? |
2018
|
1× |
| 15 |
There is a conflict between a provision of substantive law and a provision of procedural law and a provision of interpretation is preferable? Explain. |
2015
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss various external aids of construction with special reference to the statement of objects and reasons of legislation. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Vegetables are exempted from the levy of sales tax under the Sales Tax Act. A vegetable vendor is selling betel leaves. He contends that betel leaves fall within the scope of 'Vegetables'. |
2017
|
1× |
| 15 |
When is beneficial construction generally resorted to? Explain with the help of decided cases. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Write the salient features of the General Clauses Act, 1897. |
2016
|
1× |