Exam Details

Subject law
Paper
Exam / Course mains
Department
Organization Karnataka Public Service Commission
Position
Exam Date 2005
City, State karnataka,


Question Paper

11/1
2005
LAW
Pap-e, 1
Time: 3 }fours I llvfa:nmum lHarhs aDO

INSTRUCTIONS
Each quc8tion i8 pnnted both rn English and In Kannada.
Answers must be [nritten in the medium specifIed (English or Kannuda) [II the Adnllssioll TiChet issued to which mU8t he stated clearly on the of the answer book in the space prounled for this purpose. No credit will be given for the IIllS/VcrS UJrI:U{'fl Ul medium other than that ::;pecified in the Admission Trc/?1!t. III case douht in the Kannada text, jJ!casc refer to English text.
This paper has {our parts:
A 20 marks
B 100 marks
C 90 marks
D 90 marks

Marks allotted to each question arc mdicated in each part.
Ail questions in Part it, Part B and Part C are compulsory. /1.llswer any three questions in Part D.
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Answer each question in about 50 words. Each question carries marhs.
1. Explain the 'Doctrine of Pleasure' under the Indian Constitution.
State the essential features of a Federal Constitution.
Who are the subjects of International law
Elucidate the territorial jurisdiction of a State.

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Answer each qllet-.'lwn U1 about 100 words. Each question carnes 10 marhs.
1.
Explain the definition of for the purposes of fundamental rights.

2.
State briefly the facets of the principles of natural justice.

3.
Explain the doctrine of 'Classification'. State its influence and impact on Art. 14 of the Constitution.

4.
Discuss the diffE.'fcnt modes of the amendment of the Indian Constitution.

5.
Distinguish betv,'een 'Fundamental Rights' and 'Directive Principles of State Policy.'

6.
What is piracy jure genh'um How is it dealt with by States?

7.
Explain the theories regarding the relation between International Law and Municipal Law.

8.
\That are the different types of state recognition? Vhat is the legal effect of recognihon 7

9.
What is meant by 'Extradition' Mention the conditions required to be satisfied for it.

10.
Explain the powers and functions of the Security Council, with referenc(' to maintenance of international peace and seuurity.



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Answer earh question UI-ahout 150 words. Each question carnes
15 marks.

1.
"The power to make laws and the powers to levy taxes are separately enumerated in the Indian Constitution." -Elucidate.

(bl In a state, the entire road transport was run by the state, as it
was managed departmentally. But, later, under a law passed by the
State Legislature, a State Road Transport Corporation was brought
mto existence. The new corporation is asked to pay income tax. The
state claims immunity under Art. 289 of the Constitution. Decide,
giving reasons.


2.
la) Discuss the scope and content of ordinary original civil jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Art. 131 of the Constitution.

Ibl The State of Karnataka entered into a contract with the Union of
India to supply sandalwood products of a certain quality for a fixed
price. The contract complied with Art. 299 of the Constitution of
India. There was anticipatory breach of the contract on the part of
the Union of India. The Government of Karnataka filed a suit
under Art. 131 of the Constitution, claiming for an order of specific
performance. Decide, giving points of arguments for both parties.


3.
(al Discuss the fundamental rights available to a detenu. Ibl Mr. A was detained under the National Security Act on the solitary 6'TOund that "he was a member of X political party". On what

6'TOunds would you challenge the detention Mention the fora before which you will take up the matter.

4.
Discuss passing of rights and obligations upon external changes of sovereignty over territory.


The British ship 'Columbus' collided with the Indian ship
'Gameland' on the High Seas, due to the negligence of an officer on
board 'Columbus'. As a result, 'Gameland' sank and 20 Indians
died. The Indian Government wants to claim compensation. Advise
on the issue of jurisdiction.

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Explain the rights and duties of States 1,.vith regard to aliens.
Albert, a British national, along with a hundred men madp
preparations to commit piracy on the high seas. But, the attempt
failed due to a U.S. ""'arship's entry into that area. The pirate ship
landed on Indian soil. Albert and his men are arrested and tried in
Indian courts. Albart contends that Indian courts have no
jurisdiction as they have not commlttl'd any wrong. Advise the
Indian Government.
6. Enumerate and explain the different methods of peaceful settlement
of international disputes.
2. (bl 1Ir. Ratel, States of a sailor was surrendered by Great Britain to the Untled America, upon a charge of murder of Frederick. The
American court tried and convicted Ratel for a minor charge of
Ib inflicting cruel and unusual punishment on Frederick. Examine the
validity of the extradition, trial and conviction.

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2.
Explam briefly the appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India.

3.
Explam critically the doctrines invoked by the Supreme Court to resolve legislative conflicts between the Union and the States.

4.
Explain the material 'sources' of International Law. In what order are these material 'sources' used for ascertaining the law on a given matter?

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2005
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Paper 2
Time: 3 flours J Maximum Marks: 300

INSTRUCTIONS
Each quesfwn is printed both in English and in Kannada.
Answers must be luritten In the medi1-lm specified (English or Kannada) in the Admission Ticket iss4ed to you, which must be stated clearly on the cover of the U'lswer book tn the space provided for this purpose. No credit will be given for the ans/,oers written in a medium other than that specified in the­Admission Tichet. In case of any dOUbt in the Kannada text, please refer to English text.
This paper has four parts:
A 20 marks
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C 90 marks
D 90 marks

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Define 'Tortious liability'.
Explain contract. the essentials required for the formation of a valid
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1.
Ramu is having his early morning walk on a public road. Kalu, showing a revolver, stops him. Ramu, for fear of his life, hands over his wrist watch, mobile phone and a gold chain to Kalu. Has Kalu committed any offence? Elucidate.

2.
Dr. Bilappa, working in a Government Hospital, performed tubectomy on Smt. Vinita, mother of two daughters of 5 years and years of age. This


was as part of a state-sponsored Family Planning Programme. After a year, Smt. Vinita gave birth to a female child. What relief can be claimed by Smt. Vinita and against whom? Decide.
3.
John lost his cell phone in a park. Jack found it and took it home. He thought of returning it to the owner, when the owner issued an advertisement giving his name, address, etc. But, in the mean time, it was stolen from his house, at night. John wants to claim the cost from Jack. Decide, giving reasons.

4.
Vikas sold goods worth Rs. 5 lakhs to Vilas on credit of 1 month. The goods were sent through a carrier. Before the goods reached the destination, Vilas became insolvent, within a week after the sale. State the remedies available to Vikas. Can the receiver of the debtor-Vilas have any relief?

5.
The Government of Karnataka purchased 20 Maruti Esteem cars for its new Ministers, which were refused by the Ministers. Mr. Govinda, without authority, purchased one of them, for his principal Mr. Kapoor, at the auction sale conducted for the sale of these new cars, on 10.4.2005, subject to approval by his principal. But, on 12.4.2005, the auction sales were cancelled. On 14.4.2005, Mr. Kapoor approved the purchase made by Gavinda. Explain, who has the ownership of the car.






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A landlord in a village, at the request of the villagers, allowed a portion of his land to be used as a burial ground. But, he did not allow the Daliths to use it. Does this amount to any offence under the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 Give reasons.

7.
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8.
Rajan agreed for the marriage of his son, Ranu with Reeta, daughter of Milind. Milind paid Rajan Rs. Two lakhs as dowry, before the wedding. The marriage did not materialise. Mihnd demanded the return of the Rs. two lakhs. Rajan refused. Can Milind sue for recovery, in a court of law? Decide as per the Indian Contract Act and the Dowry Prohibition Act.

9.
Thomas, the employer of Joseph, presents a cheque of Rs. 25,000 to Joseph on the occasion of Joseph's marriage. This is given because Joseph has been very useful to Thomas in his business. Shortly thereafter, Joseph leaves the employment. The cheque is dishonoured by the Bank. Advise as to the liability of Thomas and the rights of Joseph, as per the Negotiable Instruments Act.

10.
Munna, aged years, is admitted to benefits of a partnership firm,


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'When is an offence of murder considered as culpable homicide not amounting to murder? Explain.

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Discuss the scope of duty of care to be taken in the light of the decision in Donoghue V Stevenson. Is this rule extended to repairers also?

3.
Discuss the principles by which damages for breach of contract are determined. Refer to case law.

4.
Explain the scope of the terms 'Deficiency' and 'Consumer' under the Consumers Protection Act.

5.
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