B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 4 Constitutional Law II 2021 Mar (100 marks) Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 Explain the extent of contractual liability of the State.
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2. Q2 What are the powers and functions of Election Commission of India ?
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3. Q3 Define 'Panchayat'. Explain its constitution and composition as per the provisions of the Constitution of India.
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4. Q4 Whether the State is empowered to impose mother tongue as the medium of instruction at primary stage of education ? Elucidate.
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5. Q5 Analyse the functions of National Commission for women.
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6. Q6 Discuss the binding jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India.
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7. Q7 Briefly explain the nature and scope of judicial review as per the provisions of the Constitution of India.
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8. Q8 What are the Norms followed for Constitutional Interpretation ?
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9. Q9 Discuss the liability of the State for tortious acts of its servants.
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Write short notes on any two of the following :

1. Q10 (a) Effect of unconstitutionality
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2. Q10 (b) Schedule to the Constitution
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3. Q10 (c) Principle of prospective overriding.
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Solve any two problems of the following :

1. Q11 (a) A State Government in its Municipalities Act prescribes that certain seats in Municipalities are to be reserved for candidates between age group of 25-35 years. Is it Constitutional ? Decide.
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2. Q11 (b) A non-tribal man marries a tribal woman. Will he get the status of scheduled tribe as a consequence of it ? Decide.
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3. Q11 (c) The Union Government allocates petrol outlets as per its discretion. It is found that such outlets are allowed to relatives of a Union Minister. When it is challenged before the court, the Government claims sovereign immunity. Decide.
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