B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 4 Constitutional Law II 2019 Jun (100 marks) Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 Discuss the concept of sovereign and non-sovereign functions of the State with reference to Government liability in torts.
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2. Q2 Explain the constitution, powers and duties of election commission.
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3. Q3 Explain the constitution, powers and responsibilities of panchayats in India.
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4. Q4 What are the special provisions provided in the Indian Constitution for the residents of scheduled and tribal areas ?
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5. Q5 Explain the constitutional position of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Constitution.
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6. Q6 Explain the liberal approach given to the doctrine of judicial review in India.
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7. Q7 What do you mean by constitutionality of a statute ? What are the effects of unconstitutionality ?
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Write short note on any two :

1. Q8 (a) Comptroller and Auditor General
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2. Q8 (b) National Commission for women
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3. Q8 (c) Constituent Assembly debates.
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Answer any two of the following with reasons :

1. Q9 (a) Due to communal riots in certain areas of state, the council of ministers headed by Chief Minister advised the governor to dissolve the assembly and recommended for election. But the election commission refused to hold elections as the condition was not conducive and recommended for imposition of president's rule. Decide.
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2. Q9 (b) A presidential order was issued requiring training of administrative personnel should be in Hindi. A writ was filed against this order in the high court. Decide the validity of the order.
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3. Q9 (c) The state government issued an order preventing the Anglo Indian schools to admit the students of other communities into their schools. In order to receive grants, what is the constitutional obligation of Anglo Indian schools in this regard ?
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