B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 8 Law of Evidence 2021 Sep (100 marks) Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 Explain the relevancy of facts forming part of the same transaction.
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2. Q2 Define Admission. State the persons whose admissions are relevant.
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3. Q3 What is dying declaration ? What are the conditions for its admissibility as evidence ?
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4. Q4 Who is an expert ? State the circumstances in which expert opinion becomes relevant.
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5. Q5 Define Estoppel. Explain the different kinds of estoppel.
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6. Q6 Explain the circumstances in which secondary evidence relating to documents may be given.
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7. Q7 Explain Examination-in-chief, Cross-examination and Re-examination.
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8. Q8 Define Evidence. Discuss different kinds of evidence.
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9. Q9 Explain the provisions relating to privileged communication under the Indian Evidence Act.
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Write short notes on any two :

1. Q10 (a) Confession by Co-accused.
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2. Q10 (b) Hostile witness.
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3. Q10 (c) Alibi.
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Answer any two with reasons :

1. Q11 (a) 'A' is charged with travelling in a train without a ticket. 'A' denies the charge. On whom the burden of proof lies ?
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2. Q11 (b) The question is whether 'S' was the legitimate son of 'F' ? Is the fact 'S' was always treated as such by the members of the family relevant ?
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3. Q11 (c) 'X' has obtained a decree for the possession of land against 'Y'. Y's son 'Z' has murdered 'X' in consequence. Is the existence of decree relevant ?
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