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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA FINAL EXAMINATION

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LEGAL STUDIES II BSD171 OCTOBER 2010 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES 1. 2. 3. This question paper consists of five (5) Questions. Answer three (3) questions only in the Answer Booklet. Start each answer on a new page. Do not bring any material into the examination room unless permission is given by the invigilator. Please check to make sure that this examination pack consists of: i) ii) iii) the Question Paper an Answer Booklet - provided by the Faculty National Land Code 1965 -provided by the Faculty

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QUESTION 1 a) Elaborate the "curtain" and "mirror principle" under the Torrens System. (5 marks) b) List the advantages of the Torrens System compared to a deed system. (5 marks)

QUESTION 2

a) Distinguish between a leasehold and a freehold land status. (5 marks) b) Describe the types of land that can be leased and its maximum period thereto. (5 marks) QUESTION 3

a) Elaborate the rights of a land owner provided under the National Land Code 1965. (5 marks) b) Under what circumstances does title would not be indefeasible?. (5 marks) QUESTION 4

Zaki had been using Pak Mat's land for more than 10 years as a shortcut to his land without any interference or objection from Pak Mat. However, recently Pak Mat demands him to pay RM10,000 if he still wishes to use the land as a shortcut. Advise Zaki on the above situation. (10 marks)

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QUESTION 5

a) Discuss the difference between the objective of Factory and Machinery Act 1967 and Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994. (5 marks) b) Explain why Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 is meant to avoid accident at work place while Employees' Social Security Act 1969 is to assist workman after an accident had occurred. (5 marks)

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