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B.A.L. DEGREE EXAMINATION December 2014

(FIRST YEAR)

140. LAW OF CRIMES

Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks

Answer any SIX questions
All questions carry equal marks

1. Explain the maxim ‘actus non facit reum nisi mens sit rea’ with
illustrations.
2. What are the general defences available to a person accused of having
committed a crime under the Indian penal code.
3. Discuss the provisions relating to the offence of Bribery. Refer to cases.
4. Explain the offence of grievious hurt.
5. Explain criminal misappropriation of property and differentiate it for
breach of trust.
6. Explain unlawful assembly.
7. Explain the kinds of punishment provided under the Indian penal code.
8. Write short notes on any TWO of the following:
a) Assault
b) Mistake of fact
c) Criminal Trespass
d) Conspiracy

9. Write short notes on any THREE of the following:

a) Kidnapping and abduction
b) Criminal break of trust
c) Provocation
d) Insanity

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