| 6 |
Res gestae. |
2022, 2021, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012
|
9× |
| 6 |
Conclusive Proof. |
2022, 2021, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2013, 2012
|
8× |
| 6 |
Accomplice. |
2021, 2017, 2016, 2013, 2012
|
7× |
| 6 |
Hostile Witness. |
2021, 2020, 2019, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012
|
7× |
| 6 |
Judicial Notice. |
2021, 2020, 2016, 2014, 2013, 2012
|
7× |
| 6 |
Hearsay Evidence. |
2018, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012
|
6× |
| 6 |
Leading Questions. |
2022, 2021, 2019, 2016, 2015, 2012
|
6× |
| 15 |
When do facts not otherwise relevant become relevant? Illustrate your answer. |
2021, 2020, 2017, 2015, 2012
|
6× |
| 6 |
Circumstantial Evidence. |
2020, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
|
5× |
| 6 |
Patent ambiguity. |
2015, 2014, 2012
|
5× |
| 6 |
Retracted Confession. |
2021, 2020, 2015, 2014, 2012
|
5× |
| 15 |
Discuss the general rules relating to 'burden of proof'. |
2016, 2015, 2014, 2012
|
5× |
| 6 |
Dying Declarations. |
2019, 2014, 2013, 2012
|
4× |
| 6 |
Facts in Issue. |
2022, 2013
|
4× |
| 6 |
Presumption as to a Dowry Death. |
2019, 2015, 2014, 2013
|
4× |
| 6 |
Cross Examination. |
2015, 2014
|
3× |
| 6 |
Expert's Opinion. |
2022, 2018, 2017
|
3× |
| 6 |
Public Document. |
2018, 2013, 2012
|
3× |
| 6 |
Test Identification Parade. |
2015, 2013, 2012
|
3× |
| 10 |
Soon after the commission of theft, stolen goods are found in possession of X. What type of presumption can be raised by the court in the trial of X? What is the impact of such a presumption? Refer to the relevant provision of the Evidence Act. |
2021, 2017, 2012
|
3× |
| 15 |
Examine the nature, scope and purpose of cross-examination of a witness. |
2015, 2013, 2012
|
3× |
| 15 |
When are statements made by persons who cannot be called as witnesses relevant? |
2021, 2020, 2015
|
3× |
| 6 |
Admissions. |
2017, 2012
|
2× |
| 6 |
Burden of Proof. |
2018, 2013
|
2× |
| 6 |
Child Witness. |
2014, 2013
|
2× |
| 6 |
Confession. |
2022, 2019
|
2× |
| 6 |
Conspiracy. |
2019, 2013
|
2× |
| 6 |
Definition of Evidence. |
2018, 2015
|
2× |
| 6 |
Document. |
2013
|
2× |
| 6 |
Documentary Evidence. |
2018, 2017
|
2× |
| 6 |
Estoppel. |
2013
|
2× |
| 6 |
Extra Judicial Confession. |
2015, 2013
|
2× |
| 6 |
Irrebuttable Presumption. |
2020, 2012
|
2× |
| 6 |
Motive. |
2017, 2016
|
2× |
| 6 |
Oral Evidence. |
2019, 2012
|
2× |
| 6 |
Primary Evidence. |
2021, 2018
|
2× |
| 6 |
Res judicata. |
2022, 2019
|
2× |
| 6 |
Secondary Evidence. |
2015, 2014
|
2× |
| 10 |
A agrees, in writing, to sell his car to B for Rs. 1,00,000/ - or Rs. 1,50,000/ -. A tries to produce oral evidence to show which price was to be given. Is it permissible? Discuss. |
2019, 2012
|
2× |
| 10 |
A is charged for committing the murder of B. A contends that by reason of unsoundness of mind he did not know the nature of the act. On whom does the burden of proof lie? Discuss. |
2017, 2012
|
2× |
| 10 |
In a civil case, the plaintiff produced a Xerox copy of the original Sale Deed as evidence. Is it admissible? If so, when? |
2015, 2013
|
2× |
| 10 |
A intentionally and falsely leads B to believe that certain land belongs to A, and thereby induces B to buy and pay for it. The land afterwards becomes the property of A, and A seeks to set aside the sale on the ground that at the time of the sale, he had no title. Can he succeed? Discuss. |
2018, 2015
|
2× |
| 10 |
X and Y are jointly tried for the murder of Z. X made a statement that "I myself and Y murdered Z." The prosecution intends to use this statement against Y . Is it relevant? Discuss. |
2015, 2013
|
2× |
| 10 |
X, in order to prove his nativity, brings a photostat copy of the certificate issued by the Revenue Officer. Can it be relied upon? |
2016, 2013
|
2× |
| 10 |
X owns a piece of land over which Y has no right. But Y builds a house on it. X keeps quiet, and after the building is completed sues for its demolition. Discuss whether X can be estopped from asserting his right. |
2017, 2015
|
2× |
| 10 |
To prove that A murdered Y , evidence of C, a child of 5 years, was brought in as an eye witness. Is it relevant? |
2016, 2013
|
2× |
| 10 |
A statement was made by a young boy to his mother shortly after an indecent assault on him by the offender. Is it admissible as res gestae? Discuss. |
2019, 2012
|
2× |
| 15 |
What are the presumptions in suicide and dowry death cases? |
2019, 2012
|
2× |
| 15 |
Write a brief note on privileged communications. |
2022, 2015
|
2× |
| 15 |
Define "Secondary Evidence". Explain the circumstances in which Secondary Evidence is permissible. |
2013
|
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the terms 'May Presume', 'Shall Presume' and "Conclusive Proof." |
2022, 2019
|
2× |
| 15 |
Who is an Expert, and when are opinions of an Expert relevant? |
2015, 2014
|
2× |
| 6 |
Alibi. |
2014
|
1× |
| 6 |
Ambiguity. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Competence of the Witness. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Definition of "Document". |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Doctrine of Reserve Burden. |
2020
|
1× |
| 6 |
Electronic Records. |
2020
|
1× |
| 6 |
Equitable Estoppel. |
2016
|
1× |
| 6 |
Formal and Informal Admissions. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Handwriting. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Identification. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Judgment in Rem. |
2015
|
1× |
| 6 |
Kinds of Estoppel. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Medical Opinion. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Plea of alibi. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Presumptions as to Documents. |
2017
|
1× |
| 6 |
Privileged Communications. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Proof of Conspiracy. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Proof of Custom. |
2020
|
1× |
| 6 |
Refreshing Memory. |
2013
|
1× |
| 6 |
Relevancy and Admissibility. |
2012
|
1× |
| 6 |
Relevant facts. |
2017
|
1× |
| 6 |
Shall Presumption. |
2018
|
1× |
| 6 |
Statement. |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
A is accused of burning down his house in order to obtain money for which it was insured. It is alleged that A lived in several houses successively, insured each of them, and after each of which fires occurred, receiving payment each time from a different insurance company. Are these relevant facts? Refer to the relevant provision of the Evidence Act. |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
A is accused of cheating B by placing an order and receiving goods with the intention of not paying for them. Evidence is sought to be given that on previous occasions A placed orders for goods, received them, and did not pay in due time. Will those previous instances be relevant, and if so, under which provision of the Indian Evidence Act? |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
A, accused of murder, alleges that by reason of unsoundness of mind, he did not know the nature of the act. Decide. |
2018
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, an accused in a murder case, was absconding, and in the trial X was convicted. Later, after 5 years, X was caught and was tried separately. The prosecution alleges that Y committed the murder. Y was absconding, and in the trial of Y , is the evidence given in the trial of X admissible? |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
A is accused of the murder of B. C and D are eye witnesses. The police officer did not conduct a Test Identification Parade. At the time of trial the eye witnesses identified the accused person. Whether it is admissible. |
2019
|
1× |
| 10 |
A, B and C are accused of the murder of D. A makes a statement to the sub -inspector of police while in custody that "I, together with B and C, murdered D and have concealed his dead body under a culvert." The dead body was recovered in consequence of this information. Is the statement of A admissible against him? Is it relevant against B and C? |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A, an accused person, admitted that he, along with B, the fellow accused, committed robbery. What is the admissible value of a confession made by one accused person against the co -accused person? |
2017
|
1× |
| 10 |
A, an accused person, disclosed important information pertaining to an alleged crime to his wife during the subsistence of their marriage. Now the prosecution is compelling the wife to give evidence about the information disclosed by her husband. What privilege does the wife have? |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
X is accused of theft. During police custody he indicated the place where the stolen goods were hidden and the police recovered those goods. Can this information be used against X? |
2018
|
1× |
| 10 |
After commission of a crime, the husband was washing his blood stained clothes, which was seen by his wife. In the trial, the prosecution wants to produce the wife of the accused as a witness to prove what has been seen by her. Is it permissible? Discuss. |
2021
|
1× |
| 10 |
After commission of an offence, the husband informed his wife of the circumstances in which he committed it. In the trial, the prosecution wants to produce the wife of the accused as a witness to disclose what was communicated to her by her husband. Is it permissible? Discuss. |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
A begins assaulting B. C and D begin shouting that A is assaulting B. Decide whether the utterances of C and D are relevant facts. |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
In a case between X and Y , the court having jurisdiction over insolvency proceedings adjudged Y as an insolvent. Z, another creditor of Y , filed a suit against Y for recovery of the loan amount. Is the judgment of the court that Y is an adjudged insolvent binding on Z? Discuss. |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
In a case of custodial rape, where sexual intercourse by the accused is proved, the prosecutrix stated in court that she had not consented to the sexual act. What type of presumption can be raised by the court in this regard? What is the effect of such a presumption? |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
In a case of honour killing of six persons, one of the injured persons, who died subsequently, told his brother as to who were the assailants. The same was not mentioned in the FIR nor in the police statement. What is the relevancy of the statement given to the deceased's brother? |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
In a case of insolvency proceeding between A and B, the court of competent jurisdiction adjudged A as an insolvent. Thereafter C, another creditor, filed a case against A for recovery of the loan amount. What is the legal status of the judgment given by the court between A and B? Is it binding on C? Discuss. |
2021
|
1× |
| 10 |
A is charged for committing a crime at Hyderabad on a certain day. He wants to prove that he was at Delhi on that day. Is it a relevant fact? Discuss. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
A is charged for committing murder at Hyderabad on a particular date. A contends that he was at Delhi on that particular date. Is it relevant? Discuss the relevant provision of the Evidence Act. |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
X was charged with committing the murder of his wife. He wrote a letter, addressed to the police inspector, stating that he himself had committed the murder of his wife and that he would surrender to the police after fifteen days. This letter was kept near the dead body of his wife and found by the sub-inspector of police. Is the letter admissible in evidence? Discuss. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
X was charged with committing the murder of his wife. X wrote a letter stating that he had committed the crime, and this letter was kept near the dead body. The letter was found by the Inspector of Police. Is it admissible? Decide. |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
A is charged for committing an offence at Warangal on a certain day. He wants to prove that he was at Hyderabad on that day. Is it relevant? Discuss the relevant provision of the Evidence Act. |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
X is charged for committing theft. In the course of investigation X made a statement to the police that he had committed theft and he took the police to the spot where the stolen property was concealed. Can the statement made by X to the police be proved against him? Discuss. |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
X was charged with killing his wife with an axe. Their son, a child of four years, was beside them. The prosecution produced the child as a witness. There was no other evidence. The court convicted X on the basis of the evidence of the child. Is the conviction valid? What is the legal position? |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A child of seven years is an eye witness in a dowry death case in which the father of the child is the accused. The prosecution produced the child as a witness. There is an objection from the accused that the child cannot be a witness. Decide. |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
In a civil case the plaintiff brought a Xerox copy of the original mortgage deed as evidence. Is it possible to admit a Xerox copy of the original? If so, what are the circumstances under which a Xerox copy can be admitted? |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A client says to an advocate, "I have committed forgery and I wish you to defend me." The advocate wants to disclose this communication made to him by his client. Can he do so? Decide. |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
A, a client, says to B, an attorney, "I have committed murder of C and I wish you to defend me." Can this communication be disclosed by the attorney? |
2018
|
1× |
| 10 |
A client told an advocate that he had committed the offence and asked the advocate to defend him. The advocate wants to disclose this communication. Can he do so? Discuss. |
2015
|
1× |
| 10 |
A committed murder of X. Soon after the commission of murder, A absconded from his house. What are the relevant facts in issue to be considered in this case? |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
A daughter -in-law wrote a letter to her parents complaining that there was danger to her life from her in-laws. One week after writing the letter, she died under suspicious circumstances. Is the letter written by the deceased daughter-in-law relevant? Discuss. |
2014
|
1× |
| 10 |
A died due to the harassment of her husband and the death was due to burns on the body. The death was within a period of seven years. State whether it can be presumed as dowry death or not. |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
A gives B a receipt for money paid by B. Oral evidence is offered for the payment. Is it admissible? |
2016
|
1× |
| 10 |
A intentionally and falsely leads B to believe that certain land belongs to A, and thereby induces B to buy and pay for it. The land afterwards becomes the property of A, and A seeks to set aside the sale on the ground that at the time of the sale he had no title. Can he do so? Examine by applying the relevant provisions of the Evidence Act. |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
A intentionally and falsely misleads B to believe that A is the owner of the land. Relying on the statement of A, B purchases the land and pays for it. The land afterwards becomes the property of A. A files a suit to set aside the sale on the ground that at the time of the sale he had no title. Can he succeed? Discuss. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A and B are jointly tried for the murder of C. A said before the Court that B and he murdered C. Can the Court consider his confession against B? |
2016
|
1× |
| 10 |
A Judicial Magistrate was unavailable. A doctor recorded a dying declaration. Whether a fitness certificate is necessary for the validity of the dying declaration to sustain a conviction. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
X is the land owner of the suit property; the alleged defendant Y encroached upon his land. Who has to prove that the land in question belongs to them? |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
A made a statement to B that he was the owner of a particular residential house. B believed it and purchased the property. In fact, A was not the owner at the time of sale but subsequently inherited the property from his father. Can A simply plead that he was not the owner at the time of sale? What is the legal position? |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
A made a statement to B that he was the owner of the property. B believed it and purchased the property. In fact, A was not the owner at the time of sale but subsequently became the owner. A files a suit to set aside the sale on the ground that, at the time of the sale, he had no title. Can he succeed? Decide. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, the only son of Y the testator, produced a 60 -year-old properly executed will from lawful custody to the Court. Whether separate proof was required to prove its execution. |
2019
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, a police officer at the scene of the offence, prepared a sketch map relying on the statements made by witnesses. Whether it is admissible or not. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
A prostitute was murdered while asleep at her home by slitting her throat with a razor. She was taken to hospital, where her mother, a surgeon, and a Magistrate put questions to her about the identity of the accused. She was unable to speak because of the injury to her throat but was able to respond by signs or gestures of her hand. She made a negative sign when some names were mentioned, but a positive sign when the accused's name was mentioned. She later died. Discuss the evidentiary value of the signs and gestures made by her. |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
X and Y were recognized by all persons as husband and wife, and their daughters are married as in the case of legitimate children. Whether the marriage is valid, or is an examination of family members necessary? |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
Soon after the commission of theft, stolen goods are found in possession of the accused. What type of presumption can be drawn by the court in such a case? Refer to the relevant provision of the Evidence Act. |
2020
|
1× |
| 10 |
X states to his wife that he was proceeding to Delhi to meet Y and collect a debt due from him, and proceeds to the house of Y at Delhi, where he was murdered by Y . Is the statement made by X to his wife admissible? Under which Section? Elaborate, citing case law. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
A sues B on an agreement and gives B notice to produce it. At the trial A calls for the document and B refuses to produce it. A gives secondary evidence of its contents. B seeks to produce the document itself to contradict the secondary evidence given by A, or to show that the agreement is not stamped. Can he do so? Refer to the provisions of the law of evidence. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
There is a dispute between A and B (neighbours) with regard to a right of way and right of easement. A made a statement that he acquired the right of way from his great grandfather's time. What is the relevant provision of the Indian Evidence Act to deal with the relevancy and admissibility of A's statement? Explain. |
2012
|
1× |
| 10 |
Two sisters, S1 and S2, were staying in their house. X, the accused, who was S1's husband, came there shouting at S1 and attacked her for deserting him. She died on the spot. The other sister, S2, was the only eye witness to this gruesome murder. Before the trial of X commenced, S2 also died due to a disease in a hospital while undergoing treatment. However, while in hospital she clearly stated to the doctor how X killed her sister S1. The doctor recorded the statement and she signed it. This statement of S2 to the doctor is adduced in evidence in the murder trial of X. Decide the admissibility. |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
The victim made a dying declaration in Punjabi language which states that she was murdered by Mr. X. It was recorded in Urdu language. What is the relevancy of this statement? Whether this statement can be considered as a dying declaration or not? |
2022
|
1× |
| 10 |
The question is whether, and when, A and B were married. Does an entry in the memorandum book by C, the deceased father of B, recording his daughter's marriage with A on a given date, become a relevant fact? |
2013
|
1× |
| 10 |
X, who was charged for committing the murder of his wife, wrote a confessional letter and left it near the dead body with the intention of being seen by the police officer. Are the contents of the letter relevant as evidence against X? Decide by referring to the provision of the Evidence Act. |
2021
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is an admission? Discuss the general principles governing admissions. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Define 'Confession' and state when a confession made by one accused person can be used against another co-accused. |
2016
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is "Confession"? What is the competence of the police to record a confessional statement? |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is a Confession, and in what way does it differ from an Admission? |
2014
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is "Confession"? Whether a confession made before the police is admissible in evidence. |
2018
|
1× |
| 15 |
What do you mean by confession? Whether confession made before a police officer is admissible? |
2022
|
1× |
| 15 |
"All confessions are admissions, but all admissions are not confessions." Discuss. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Cross Examination? Explain its nature and scope. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is cross-examination? What are the questions that may be asked in cross-examination? |
2020
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the different kinds of Expert's Opinion and their admissibility as evidence. |
2017
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the different modes of proof of handwriting. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the different stages in the examination of witnesses. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Define and discuss "fact, facts in issue" and "relevant fact". |
2018
|
1× |
| 15 |
Define and distinguish "Admission" and "Confession". |
2017
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the doctrine of res gestae. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is a Dying Declaration? Discuss the general principles governing dying declarations. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is a Dying Declaration? Explain the rules relating to the admissibility of a Dying Declaration as evidence. |
2019
|
1× |
| 15 |
Write a brief note on dying declarations and their importance under criminal law. |
2022
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Estoppel? Explain the different kinds of Estoppel. |
2014
|
1× |
| 15 |
Define Estoppel. Explain the kinds of Estoppel. |
2018
|
1× |
| 15 |
What is Estoppel? What are the essential conditions for the application of the Doctrine of Estoppel? |
2019
|
1× |
| 15 |
Examine the evidentiary value of dying declarations. |
2016
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain "Examination-in-Chief", "Cross-Examination" and "Re-examination". |
2018
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the general principles regarding exclusion of oral by documentary evidence. |
2014
|
1× |
| 15 |
"Hearsay evidence is no evidence." Discuss and state the exceptions to this rule. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are judicial proceedings? What are not judicial proceedings? |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are "leading questions"? When may leading questions be asked or not asked? |
2014
|
1× |
| 15 |
"Oral evidence must, in all cases whatever, be direct." Explain and state the exception to this rule. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are the presumptions as to documents? |
2021
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the principles regarding the admissibility of a Dying Declaration. Why and when is a Dying Declaration relevant? |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are the provisions of the Evidence Act on the "Exclusion of Oral by Documentary Evidence"? |
2020
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the relevancy of a confession made while in the custody of the police. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the relevancy of dying declarations and their evidentiary value. |
2014
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the relevancy of judgements. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Explain the rules relating to burden of proof. |
2015
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the stages of examination of a witness. When can a party be permitted to cross-examine his own witness? |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are the stages in the examination of witnesses? |
2021
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are the stages of examination of witnesses? Illustrate. |
2012
|
1× |
| 15 |
Define the term 'Dying Declaration'. Explain the procedure for recording a dying declaration. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Discuss the types of presumptions recognized by the Indian Evidence Act. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
What are the various modes of examination of witnesses? |
2016
|
1× |
| 15 |
Who is competent to testify as a witness? Explain with special reference to privileged communication. |
2017
|
1× |
| 15 |
Who are competent witnesses? Is an accomplice a competent witness? |
2014
|
1× |
| 15 |
Who is an Expert? Discuss the evidentiary value of an Expert's opinion. |
2013
|
1× |
| 15 |
Who is an Expert? When is an Expert's opinion relevant? |
2012
|
1× |