B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 6 Family Law II (Mohammedan Law and Indian Succession Act) 2019 Dec (100 marks) Question Paper - KSLU

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1. Q1 State the Provisions of the Shariat Act, 1937.
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2. Q2 When does a Muslim marriage become Irregular and what are its effects ?
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3. Q3 Define dower. Explain the kinds of dower.
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4. Q4 Define pre-emption. State the persons who can claim pre-emption.
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5. Q5 Discuss the limitations on the testamentary power of a Muslim in bequeathing his properties under a will.
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6. Q6 Define probate. Explain the procedure for obtaining probate.
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7. Q7 Who is Mutawalli ? What are his powers and duties ?
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Write short notes on any two of the following.

1. Q8 (a) Quran
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2. Q8 (b) Custody of child
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3. Q8 (c) Specific Legacy.
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Answer any two with reasons :

1. Q9 (a) A says in the presence of M and N : "I have married myself to B", who is absent. On the information reaching B, she says, "I have accepted". Does it constitute a valid marriage ?
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2. Q9 (b) 'A' hanafi Muslim executes a wakf deed by which he directs his debts are to be paid out of the rents and profits of the wakf property. Is this wakf valid ?
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3. Q9 (c) An Indian Christian dies intestate leaving behind his widow, son and two sons of pre-deceased son. Assign their shares.
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