B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 3 Constitutional Law I 2024 Aug Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) Explain the salient features of Indian Constitution.
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2. Q1 OR Discuss the various modes of acquisition and termination of citizenship under the provisions of Indian Constitution.
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3. Q1 (b) Constitutionalism.
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4. Q1 OR Can preamble be amendable ?
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Discuss the provisions of the Indian Constitution relating to the laws inconsistent with Fundamental Rights.
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2. Q2 OR Article 14 permits reasonable classification but prohibits "Class Legislation". Explain the test and grounds of classification with the help of decided cases.
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3. Q2 (b) Write a note on definition of 'State' in Art. 12 of the Constitution of India.
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4. Q2 OR Doctrine of Eclipse.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) "All citizens shall have the right to practice any profession or to carry on any occupation, trade or business". Comment.
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2. Q3 OR "Article 15(4) provides for the advancement of socially and educationally backward classes of citizens". Discuss with decided cases.
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3. Q3 (b) A citizen refuses to sing the National Anthem. Can he be compelled to sing ?
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4. Q3 OR Constitution provisions on untouchability.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) "No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law". Discuss.
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2. Q4 OR Explain the Right of accused person guaranteed under Indian Constitution.
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3. Q4 (b) Write a note on "preventive detention laws".
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4. Q4 OR Restrictions on freedom of religion.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Explain the importance and scope of Directive Principles of State Policy.
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2. Q5 OR Explain the various types of writs contemplated under Indian Constitution.
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3. Q5 (b) Fundamental Duties.
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4. Q5 OR Cultural and Educational Rights of Minorities.
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