B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 3 Constitutional Law I 2019 Dec (100 marks) Question Paper - KSLU

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PART - I

1. Q1 "Indian Constitution is federal in features but unitary in character". Discuss.
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2. Q2 Does Article 14 permits classification ? If so, refer to the basis on which it is permissible ?
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3. Q3 Discuss the rights of minorities under the provisions of Article 29 and 30 of the Constitution.
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4. Q4 (a) Termination of citizenship
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5. Q4 (b) Preventive Detention Laws.
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6. Q5 (a) A non-resident of Karnataka complains that he has to pay a greater capitation fee for admission to medical college in Karnataka. Is this complaint justified ?
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7. Q5 (b) A Municipal Corporation had ordered the demolition of temples, mosques and churches in main roads for widening the roads. But the order of corporation is challenged by the religious leaders as it violated their right to offer of prayers. Decide.
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PART - II

1. Q6 Explain the powers, privileges and immunities of the legislatures and their members in India.
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2. Q7 Examine the powers of the President to promulgate National Emergency. State the effects of Emergency on Fundamental Rights.
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3. Q8 Evaluate the significance and existence of an independent and impartial judiciary under Indian Constitution.
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4. Q9 (a) Inter-state Trade and Commerce
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5. Q9 (b) Collective Responsibility.
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6. Q10 (a) The plaintiff was arrested by the Police Officers as suspicion of possession of stolen goods. When the person was searched, a large quantity of gold was seized. Ultimately, he was released. The gold seized could not be returned as the Head Constable in charge of the Police Station had absconded with the gold. Discuss the liability of the State in this case.
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7. Q10 (b) 'A' was acquitted by Sessions Judge on charges of attempting to corrupt a responsible public servant under IPC. The High Court on appeal convicted 'A' of the offence. Does an appeal by 'A' lie to the Supreme Court as a matter of right ?
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