SSP2024 Malaysian Legal System Matric No.

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Section A: Answer ALL Questions

1. Describe legislation as a source of written law in Malaysia.

(5 marks)

2. Explain the term ‘unwritten law’ in Malaysia.

(5 marks)

3. Describe briefly the roles and jurisdictions of the Federal Court.

(5 marks)

4. Write short notes on ‘procedural ultra vires’.

(5 marks)

Choose and Answer (TWO (2) Questions Only

1. English common law and the rules of equity form part of the law of Malaysia. Discuss the
extent of the application of English common law as applied in Malaysia today.
(10 marks)

2. Define ‘subsidiary legislation’ and discuss the controls of subsidiary legislation.

(10 marks)

3. Discuss the operation of the doctrine of judicial binding precedence in Malaysia. Write your
answer by providing details of specific cases.
(10 marks)

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