B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 1 Elements of Legal Research 2022 Apr Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 Explain the various types of law.
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2. Q2 What is ratio decidendi ? Explain how to find out ratio decidendi in a case.
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3. Q3 What is hypothesis ? Explain the importance of hypothesis in legal research.
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4. Q4 Discuss the importance of observation as a tool of research.
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5. Q5 Explain mischief rule of interpretation of statute.
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6. Q6 Discuss the distinction between questionnaire and interview method of research.
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Write short notes on any two of the following :

1. Q7 (a) Law Commission Report
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2. Q7 (b) Literal rule of interpretation
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3. Q7 (c) Judgement.
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Write note on any two of the following :

1. Q8 (a) Write a brief note on use of library.
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2. Q8 (b) Explain the doctrine of precedent.
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3. Q8 (c) Discuss sampling method of research in detail.
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