B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 6 Family Law II (Mohammedan Law and Indian Succession Act) 2023 Mar Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) Explain different sources of Muslim Law.
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2. Q1 OR When does a muslim marriage become irregular ? What are the legal effects of an irregular marriage ?
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3. Q1 (b) Customary dower.
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4. Q1 OR Option of puberty.
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Who are the guardians of the person of a muslim minor ? What are their powers and duties ?
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2. Q2 OR Explain the grounds for the dissolution of marriage under the Dissolution of Muslim Marriage Act of 1939.
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3. Q2 (b) Munir, a Muslim, having no children, acknowledged Bashir, who is a son of Munir's brother, as his legitimate son. Munir's wife did not question it. After the death of Munir, Bashir claims a share in Munir's property. Advise him.
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4. Q2 OR Mary, a Christian lady married George in June 2020. In July 2020 she realised that George had married another woman before marrying her and that wife is still alive. Explain the remedy available to Mary.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Who is a Mutawalli ? Write an essay on his appointment, powers and duties.
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2. Q3 OR Discuss the limitations on the testamentary power of a muslim to bequeath his property under a will.
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3. Q3 (b) Pre-emptor.
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4. Q3 OR Hiba - bil - iwaz.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Define Domicile. Explain different kinds of domicile.
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2. Q4 OR Explain the rules of non-parsi intestate succession under Indian Succession Act.
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3. Q4 (b) Doctrine of Aul.
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4. Q4 OR Succession certificate.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Briefly explain different kinds of legacies.
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2. Q5 OR Discuss the provisions of the Indian Succession Act relating to the protection of property of deceased.
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3. Q5 (b) Revocation of Will.
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4. Q5 OR Uniform civil code.
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