B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 9 Interpretation of Statutes and Principles of Legislation 2017 Jun Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 The conventional way of interpretation of statute is to seek the intention of its maker - Explain.
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2. Q2 Explain Heydon's rule of interpretation.
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3. Q3 Explain the parts of statute.
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4. Q4 Discuss the reference to other statutes as an aid to interpretation of statute.
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5. Q5 "It is a cardinal principle of interpretation that every statute is prima facie prospective unless it is expressly or by necessary implication made to have retrospective operation." Explain.
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6. Q6 Explain non- obstante and saving clauses.
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7. Q7 Compare the principle of utility with ascetic principle.
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Write short notes on any two :

1. Q8 (a) Golden Rules.
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2. Q8 (b) Penal statute.
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3. Q8 (c) Ejusdem Generis.
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Write short notes on any two :

1. Q9 (a) Measure of pain and pleasure.
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2. Q9 (b) Parliamentary history.
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3. Q9 (c) Noscitur a sociis.
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