Roll No. ………………….. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./Ist Sem./2015-16/ET/W.L.S.

Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70

November-2015
World Legal System
Note:- I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section-A and 2 (two) questions from Section-B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. “This scheme forms the high watermark in the whole of Indian Legal History, as it was
based on certain postulates which are regarded essential and fundamental for the
organization of the judicature in any civilized country”, keeping the statement in mind
comment on the Judicial Plans of 1787, 1790 and 1793 brought by Lord Cornwallis,
highlighting the prominent features of the three plans. Which of these plans according to
you was the best, and why?
2. What are the sources of Law for the Saudi Arabian Legal system? Give a detailed
comparative insight into the functioning and hierarchy of Courts in the light of 2007
reforms in the Saudi Arabian Legal System.
3. Give a brief overview of the French legal System.
4. “Lack of a written constitution is one of the consequences of the way the United
Kingdom and its political and legal institutions have evolved since 1066.” Do you agree?
Give a critical analysis of the English Legal System to justify your stand.
5. Briefly discuss the salient features of the common and civil legal system with a special
emphasis on adversarial and inquisitorial model. How far can historical events be held
responsible for branding a legal system as civil or common legal system?
6. “Sri Lanka has a curious past which had led to its evolution as a hybrid legal system”,
Comment. Also provide a brief account of its current structure of the legal system.
(SECTION – B) (02X05)

7. Jury System: Advantages and Disadvantages.

8. Narrate the reasons for which the Act of Settlement 1781 was passed.
9. Afghanistan: A failed legal system?
10. Write briefly about the history of South African Legal System.

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Roll No. …………….. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./ I stSem./2015-16/ET/Engl.- I
Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70
November - 2015
English-I
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section-A and 2 (two) questions from Section-B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. How does International Phonetic Alphabet help in learning the English Language?
Discuss with the help of existing sounds in English language.
2. “The law is what it is-a majestic edifice, sheltering all of us, each stone of which
rests on another.” Comment with special reference to the play Justice.
3. If you witness an instance of discrimination, would you intervene? What would
inform your decision? Discuss with special reference to the movies Philadelphia and
The Great Debaters.
4. Write a critical note on situational comedy with reference to either of the plays Five
Birds in a Cage or The Man in the Bowler Hat.
5. What are the different techniques of paragraph development? Explain any two with
example.
6. Write a detailed note on the prose style of Francis Bacon and E.V. Lucas.
(SECTION – B) (02X05)
Write short notes:
7. Characteristics and Conventions of Conversation.
8. Figures of speech based on imagination.
9. Phonemic Transcription.
10. Précis of correspondence matter.

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Roll No……………………….. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./Ist Sem./2015-16/E.T./Foun. L.

Time - 03 Hours (REPEAT) Max-Marks :- 70

November - 2015
Foundation of Law
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section - A and 2 (two) questions from Section - B.

III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. Write notes on any three:
a) Grundnorm
b) Equity , justice and good conscience
c) Concept of the ‘State’
d) Adversarial system and inquisitorial system
2. What are the different sources of law? Explain. Discuss in detail Parliament as a law
making authority.
3. Write an essay on revival of natural law theory in 20th century with special reference to
view of Stammler.
4. With the emergence of combined function institutions/authorities like CCI and Telecom
Regulatory Authority of India, wherein policy making and ruling functions are fused,
what is the significance of the ‘doctrine of separation of powers’ in the present-day
Indian scenario? Elucidate.
5. Write a detailed note on the classification of law.
6. Doctrine of basic feature is a limit on the amending power of Parliament. Discuss the
doctrine. What is your opinion on recent judgment of Supreme Court in Supreme Court
Advocates-on Record Association and Anr. v. Union of India (Writ Petition (C) No.83
of 2015), came on 16th October, 2015?

(SECTION – B) (02X05)
7. Differentiate between de jure and de facto Sovereignty
8. What is the Social Contract theory in the context of the origin of the State?
9. What is the role of public opinion in law making?
10. State the functions and purpose of law.

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Roll No.…………….. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./IstSem./2015-16/ET/History- I

Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70

November-2015
History-I
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section-A and 2 (two) questions from Section-B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. What were the impetuses for the emergence of the heterodox sects in sixth century B.C.
India? How did the two most prominent amongst them stand comparison to the
mainstream beliefs in terms of their doctrinal content? Why could they not sustain their
popular base as was the early promise?
2. What was Asoka’s Dhamma? Evaluate the extent to which Asoka’s pacifist policy was
responsible for the demise of the Empire of the Mauryan magnitude, juxtaposing it with
other reasons that contributed to the near-sudden petering out of the Empire.
3. What was the rationale for the Blood and Iron policy of Sultan Balban and how did it
manifest itself, specially the administration of justice component of it? Also comment on
its justifiability.
4. Account for the reasons why the Khalji contribution is reckoned as revolutionary for the-
then political, social and cultural milieu.
5. What were the main features of the Perso-Arabic-modified for Indian setting Central
administration of the Mughals?
6. Trace the growth & genesis of the Sufi Movement, its advent in India and the impact it
had on the contemporary medieval Indian society.

(SECTION – B) (02X05)
7. The functions of the political assemblies in the Early Vedic Period.
8. Property rights enjoyed by women in Ancient India.
9. Impact of the Arab invasion of Sindh.
10. Bhakti Movement as a movement of social reform.

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Roll No …………….. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./I st Sem./2015-16/ET/Pol. Sc.-I
Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70
November-2015
Political Science-I
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section-A and 2 (two) questions from Section-B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. “Discuss the different approaches to the study of politics with special reference to
philosophical, emperical and scientific traditions.
2. Critically discuss the social contracts theories of Hobbes, Locke and Rousseau.
3. Discuss the main causes for the decline of legislature and the rise of PMO in India.
Briefly discuss the case for and against Bicameralism.
4. “India is facing a crisis of governibility”. Comment
5. Discuss the main features of Liberalism. Also discuss the key philosophy of Classical
liberalism, Modern liberalism and Neo- liberalism.
6. Discuss the political ideologies of Fascism, Anarchism and Religious fundamentalism.

(SECTION – B) (02X05)
7. ‘Politics as power and struggle for scarce resources.
8. Judicial Review
9. Concept of Rule of law.
10. Referendum and Recall

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Roll No…………….. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./Ist Sem./2015-16/ET/Socio-I
Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70
November-2015
Sociology-I
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section-A and 2 (two) questions from Section-B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. Sociology is the scientific study of social interaction. With reference to this statement
explain the content and method of sociology. Explain how the methods of physics,
chemistry, biology, psychology and sociology are similar.
2. The newborn infant is a parasitic creature, helplessly dependent upon others for
survival. Why do sociologists consider human nurture to be more significant than
human nature in developing this creature into a complex human being?
3. What according to Freud are the major mechanisms by which the individuals learn the
basic traits of human personality formation?
4. Culture tends to be both static and dynamic in nature. Explain in what way culture is
dynamic and in what way it is static. Also explain the important components of culture
that comprise the fabric of all human societies.
5. It would seem that all societies are ethnocentric and that all groups are ethnocentric in
reference to one another. Whether this is good or bad depends on one’s perspective.
Explain how ethnocentrism can be interpreted as being socially functional and
dysfunctional by citing some examples.
6. If we know nothing else about an individual, simply knowing his or her occupation can
provide us with insights to that person’s social class. Explain why occupation is a good
indicator and determinant of one’s social class. Comment on ‘celebrity status’ also.

(SECTION – B) (02X05)
7. Cultural relativism
8. Caste and class
9. Family of orientation and procreation
10. Social group, community, association

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Roll No. ………………………………. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./Ist Sem./2015-16/ET/S.B.C.L.
Time - 03 Hours (REPEAT) Max-Marks :- 70
November-2015
Study of Basics of Case Law
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section-A and 2 (two) questions from Section-B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. Highlight the significance of minority judgements. How is a concurring judgement different from
the minority judgement? Can there be a judgement of the court, wherein, for different issues there
are different majority and minority opinion of judges? Give suitable illustrations in support of
your answer.
2. (a) Explain the concept of locus standi. Comment on the merits of the dilution of the (7.5 Marks)
principle of locus standi in Public Interest Litigation.
(b) Judgement of the courts below can be overturned by the Supreme Court but the (7.5 Marks)
judgement of the Supreme Court also can be overruled by the Supreme Court.
Explain the given statement with the help of illustrations.

3. Distinguish ratio decidendi from obiter dicta with the help of suitable illustrations. What counts
as binding judicial precedent? Give reasons for your answer.
4. (a) Explain the concept of judgement per incuriam with the help of illustrations. (7.5 Marks)
(b) Comment on the principle of transparency in judgement by way of open hearing in (7.5 Marks)
the courtroom. Whether transparency is compromised in cases where there is no
open hearing?
5. How is the judgement given in a constitutional matter different from a judgement given after the
conclusion of a criminal/civil trial? Comment on the nature of evidence to be relied upon by the
courts in constitutional matters and trials. Give suitable illustrations in support of your answer.
6. (a) Explain the significance of framing of issues in the process of delivering a (7.5 Marks)
judgement.
(b) Explain the distinction between binding and persuasive judicial precedents. (7.5 Marks)
Comment on the nature of judges’ discretion while dealing with binding and
persuasive judicial precedents.
(SECTION – B) (02X05)
7. When a constitutional bench is constituted in the Supreme Court by the Chief Justice of India?
Give an illustration to support your answer.
8. Explain the nature of judicial precedent of a two judges’ bench judgement of the Supreme Court
before another bench of the same bench strength of the Supreme Court.
9. Why the judgement of High Courts in India carry binding precedential value over the territory it
exercises jurisdiction?
10. How the operative part of judgement differs from the determination of issues framed in the case?
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Roll No. ……………….. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./Ist Sem./2015-15/ET/L. o Tor.ts

Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70

November - 2015
Law of Torts
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section - A and 2 (two) questions from Section - B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. Explain the concept of defamation with the help of case laws.
2. Find out difference between Causation and Remoteness of Damage.
3. Explain the maxim Volenti non fit injuria with the help of case laws.
4. Write a detailed note on defences of negligence.
5. Explain the concept of false imprisonment.
6. Write a detailed note on malicious prosecution with help of case laws.

(SECTION – B) (02X05)

7. Test for determining existence of duty of care.

8. Difference between assault and battery.
9. Act of God
10. Tort and crime

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Roll No……………………. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./Ist Sem./2015-16/ET/B.o.L.

Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70

November - 2015
Basics of Legislation and Case Law
I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
Note:
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section - A and 2 (two) questions from Section - B.
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III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. A. Write ten contents from the given Sajjan Singh’s case.
B. Write note on any two of the followings:
a) Different ways when a case may be brought before the Supreme Court
b) Types of Judgments
c) Importance of the minority opinion
2. Define ‘case law’, ‘ratio’ and ‘obiter’. What is the binding value of judgments given by
the Federal Court, Privy Council, and House of Lords on the Indian High Courts? Cite
legal authorities to support your answer.
3. Write short note on any five of the followings:
a) Statement of Objects and Reasons Clause
b) Marginal Note
c) Extent Clause
d) Duration Clause
e) Rule Making Clause
f) Removal of Difficulty Clause
Mention the case law, where it is required.
4. Discuss parliamentary procedure of any two:
a) Ordinary bill
b) Money bill
c) Constitution Amendment Bill
What would you suggest for strengthening the legislative process within Parliament?
5. Write a detailed note on precedent.
6. Discuss any two:
a) Public engagement with legislative process
b) Legal position of obiter dicta under Article 141 of the constitution of India.
c) Principles of Legislation

(SECTION – B) (02X05)
7. Steps of ‘case briefing’
8. Pre and post legislative scrutiny of legislation
9. Difference between codification and consolidation
10. Head Notes and Catch Words
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Roll No………………. DR. RMLNLU, LKO B.A.LL.B./ I st Sem./2015-16/ET/Eco-I
Time - 03 Hours Max-Marks :- 70
November - 2015
Economics-I
Note: - I. The question paper is divided in 2 parts i.e. Section - A and Section - B.
II. The Examinee is required to attempt 4 (four) questions from Section-A and 2 (two) questions from Section-B.
III. Figures in the margin indicate the marks.

(SECTION – A) (04X15)
1. Explain the meaning, nature and significance of economics and explain whether
economics is a science or an art.
2. What are indifference curves? Explain the breakup of price effect into income and
substitution effect, and also ascertain the direction of Price Consumption Curve (PCC)
and Income Consumption Curve( ICC) in the diagram.
3. What do you mean by elasticity of demand? Explain the various methods to measure
elasticity of demand.
4. What is the difference between long run and short run production function? With the
help of Isoquants and the producer’s budget line, explain the point of least cost
combination of production.
5. Explain the meaning and features of monopoly market form and explain how
monopoly equilibrium is attained in the long run.
6. Explain with the help of diagrams how equilibrium of a perfectly competitive firm in
the long run differs from that of a firm in monopolistic competition in the long run.
(SECTION – B) (02X05)
Write short notes on any two of the following:-
7. Macro and micro economics
8. Economies and diseconomies of scale
9. Giffen good
10. Shut Down Point of a firm

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