| 10 |
X rents out his houses to 'y' and the contract is terminable on three months' notice. Z, without X's authority gives notice to termination to 'y'. X ratifies the notice and files a suit for ejectment. Is 'X' entitled to get a decree. |
Law of Contract – II |
2017, 2014 |
2× |
| 10 |
A judicial officer, based upon evidence, awarded death sentence to an innocent person. Whether the judicial officer is punishable or not? |
Law of Crimes |
2016, 2012 |
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. |
Law of Evidence |
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. |
Law of Evidence |
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? |
Law of Evidence |
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. |
Law of Evidence |
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. |
Law of Evidence |
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? |
Law of Evidence |
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. |
Law of Evidence |
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? |
Law of Evidence |
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. |
Law of Evidence |
2019, 2012 |
2× |
| 10 |
A, a Hindu male owning separate property, dies leaving his widow B and his brother C. C transfers his right to succeed to the estate of A, in favour of D. Is the transfer valid? |
Law of Property |
2019, 2016 |
2× |
| 10 |
A makes a gift to 'X', Y and 'Z'. 'X' and 'Y' accepted while 'Z' refuses. What happens to the gift? The code number for this paper was not clearly visible in the source photo. |
Law of Property |
2019, 2018 |
2× |
| 10 |
Property is transferred to 'A' for life and the remainder to his eldest son on attaining 21 years of age. 'A' has no son on the date of transfer, but has a daughter. Is the transfer valid? Decide. |
Law of Property |
2022, 2018 |
2× |
| 10 |
X sold his adjacent land to Y with a condition that Y or his legal heirs should not construct any building on that land. Examine the validity of the condition. |
Law of Property |
2020, 2014 |
2× |
| 10 |
A transferred his property to an unborn person who is in his mother's womb. Decide the rights of the unborn person. |
Law of Property |
2020, 2017 |
2× |
| 10 |
The assessee, an NRI, wants to sell the house property of his father who purchased it forty years back and died leaving behind his legal heirs, i.e. his wife, son and his two daughters. The assessee needs your advise on the following issues: (a) Does he have to pay tax on the amount that he receives? (b) How can he avoid paying tax? (c) Does his mother, who is a senior citizen, need to pay any tax? As tax consultant, advise the party accordingly with explanation. |
Law of Taxation |
2019 |
2× |
| 10 |
Under section 80C of the Income Tax Act, exemption for tuition fee paid to any college or school can be claimed to an extent of Rs. 12,000/- per annum, for two children. Clarify whether any tuition fee paid for self-education can also be claimed as a deduction under the above section. |
Law of Taxation |
2017, 2016 |
2× |
| 10 |
'X' a carpenter working in a shed, negligently lighted the pipe, which caused fire to the property of master. Whether 'X' is liable or not. |
Law of Torts including Motor Vehicle Accidents and Consumer Protection Laws |
2022, 2018 |
2× |
| 10 |
'A' Doctor left a mop inside the abdomen of 'Y' during an operation. 'Y' died due to infection. Discuss whether 'A' is liable or not? |
Law of Torts including Motor Vehicle Accidents and Consumer Protection Laws |
2019, 2017 |
2× |
| 10 |
Two strangers voluntarily took a lift in a Jeep and were injured and one of them subsequently died due to accident caused because the right wheel's axel was detached and led to the accident. Is the owner of the Jeep liable for the death and injuries? |
Law of Torts including Motor Vehicle Accidents and Consumer Protection Laws |
2018 |
2× |
| 10 |
A Hindu female intestate left behind her mother, father and mother-in-law. Her self-acquired property is to be devoluted among them. Decide. |
Law Relating to Women |
2021, 2020 |
2× |
| 10 |
A Hindu woman who is suffering from the cruelty of her husband wants to live separately without taking divorce from her husband. Advise her about the rights available to her. |
Law Relating to Women |
2016, 2011 |
2× |
| 10 |
A Hindu woman who took divorce from her husband wants to have the custody of her minor children. The husband, after divorce, married again. Advise her. |
Law Relating to Women |
2016, 2011 |
2× |
| 10 |
A married woman died at her in-laws' house under suspicious conditions. The neighbours gave this information to the police. Discuss. |
Law Relating to Women |
2022, 2019 |
2× |
| 10 |
A married woman died under the suspicious circumstances at her in-laws house after three years of her married life. Decide. |
Law Relating to Women |
2016, 2011 |
2× |
| 10 |
A woman employee is terminated from the services on her first pregnancy according to the service regulations. She wants to challenge the said service regulations. Advise her. |
Law Relating to Women |
2016, 2011 |
2× |
| 10 |
'X', a diplomatic agent, purchased a plot of land for his personal use but did not pay the purchase money to the seller. Examine the liability of the diplomatic agent under International Law. |
Public International Law |
2016, 2013 |
2× |
| 10 |
A diplomatic envoy purchased a plot of land for his personal use but paid only half of the value and did not pay the balance amount. Discuss his liability under international law. |
Public International Law |
2021, 2013 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the classification of administrative action. |
Administrative Law |
2022, 2016 |
2× |
| 15 |
Enumerate the salient features of the Principle of Natural Justice. |
Administrative Law |
2022, 2020 |
2× |
| 15 |
Critically examine the principle of Rule of Law as propounded by A.V. Dicey. |
Administrative Law |
2022, 2016 |
2× |
| 15 |
Discuss the procedure for the enforcement of foreign awards. |
Alternate Dispute Resolution |
2022, 2017 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the meaning of the term 'Banker's Lien'. State the general precautions which a banker should take while granting loans and advances. |
Law of Banking and Negotiable Instruments |
2019, 2017 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the salient features of Negotiable Instruments in India. |
Law of Banking and Negotiable Instruments |
2015 |
2× |
| 15 |
Define 'Arrest' and what are the Rights of an Arrested Person? |
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Juvenile Justice and Probation |
2019, 2015 |
2× |
| 15 |
State the distinction between cognizable and non-cognizable offences. |
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Juvenile Justice and Probation |
2023, 2022 |
2× |
| 15 |
Write a brief note on the salient features of the Juvenile Justice Act, 2000. |
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Juvenile Justice and Probation |
2020, 2017 |
2× |
| 15 |
Define the term 'Charge'. State the object and the particulars to be incorporated in the charge. Can the court alter the charge? If so, how? |
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Juvenile Justice and Probation |
2023, 2022 |
2× |
| 15 |
Write briefly a note on the procedure followed in a trial before a Court of Session. |
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Juvenile Justice and Probation |
2018, 2016 |
2× |
| 15 |
What are the advantages and disadvantages of incorporation of a company? |
Company Law |
2018, 2016 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the salient features of the Government of India Act, 1935 that made an impact on the present Constitution. |
Constitutional Law – I |
2023, 2016 |
2× |
| 15 |
Comment on the Scope of the freedom of speech and expression in India. |
Constitutional Law – I |
2022, 2012 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the concept of Independence of Judiciary. How is it maintained in India? |
Constitutional Law – II |
2014, 2012 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the nature and extent of the freedom of Inter-State Commerce and Intercourse in India. |
Constitutional Law – II |
2021, 2014 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the Parliament's power to amend the Indian Constitution with special reference to the Doctrine of Basic Structure. |
Constitutional Law – II |
2014, 2012 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the position of Union Council of Ministers vis-a-vis the President. |
Constitutional Law – II |
2014, 2012 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the powers and functions of the President of India under the Indian Constitution. |
Constitutional Law – II |
2020, 2018 |
2× |
| 15 |
Explain the Scheme of Distribution of Legislative Powers between the Union and States in India. |
Constitutional Law – II |
2018, 2012 |
2× |
| 15 |
Discuss the various kinds of jurisdiction exercised by the Supreme Court of India. |
Constitutional Law – II |
2012 |
2× |