B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 6 Constitutional Law May 2025 75/25 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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SECTION I - Answer Any Six questions in one or two sentences, any 6 of 8 12 Marks

1. Q1 What is meant by constitutionalism?
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2. Q2 Explain doctrine of eclipse.
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3. Q3 Enlist any two fundamental duties.
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4. Q4 What is meant by ex-post facto laws?
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5. Q5 What rights are granted to minorities under Article 30(1) of the Indian Constitution?
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6. Q6 Which two Acts are repealed by Article 395 of the Constitution of India?
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7. Q7 State two features of the Indian Independence Act, 1947.
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8. Q8 Differentiate between writ of prohibition and certiorari.
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SECTION II - Write Short Notes on any Two, any 2 of 4 12 Marks

1. Q9 Salient Features of the Indian Constitution.
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2. Q10 Right against exploitation.
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3. Q11 Official Language.
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4. Q12 Civil disobedience movement.
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SECTION III - Answer any two of the following, any 2 of 4 12 Marks

1. Q13 Anika, a social media influencer and environmental activist, consistently uses her platform to raise concerns about government policies, particularly those involving environmental clearances granted to large corporations. Her posts often go viral and have sparked peaceful public demonstrations across several cities. Citing the spread of "misinformation" and the potential to "disturb public order", the Government, through an executive order under the Information Technology Act, directs the social media platform to take down Anika's posts. Further, the police issue a directive requiring Anika to submit all future content to the Police Commissioner for prior scrutiny and approval before publication. i) Are the restrictions imposed by the Government and the Commissioner Valid? If no, what remedies does Anika have. ii) Explain the grounds for reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2).
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2. Q14 The Parliament enacts a law that imposes a blanket ban on women from being employed in any position within the State Fire Services Department. The stated justification for the law is that fire service roles are physically demanding, involve high risk, and require personnel to be available at all hours, making them, according to the lawmakers, unsuitable for women. Renu, a trained firefighter who meets all the physical and professional requirements for the job, challenges the constitutionality of this law as violative of Article 14 before the Supreme Court. i. Is Renu's action against the ban justified, and what is the test for reasonable classification? ii. How does Article 14 serve as a guarantee against arbitrary state action?
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3. Q15 Ravi, a journalist, published reports exposing alleged corruption in a government project. Soon after, he was taken from his home by unidentified individuals claiming to be part of a special task force, without any arrest warrant or disclosure of his whereabouts. After three days of no contact, his wife Meera files a petition in the High Court for a writ of habeas corpus, claiming illegal detention and violation of legal procedures, such as failure to produce him before a magistrate within 24 hours. The State defends the action, citing a sensitive investigation involving national interest, which it claims justified the delay. i. When can a habeas corpus writ be invoked? Explain whether the writ is maintainable in this case. ii. In brief explain the rights of a detained person under Articles 21 and 22 of the Constitution.
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4. Q16 Person X, a person of Indian origin, has been residing in Sweden for the past 10 years. During this time, X obtained Swedish citizenship. i) Can X continue to hold Indian Citizenship? Justify your answer. ii) Explain in brief the modes through which Indian citizenship can be acquired.
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SECTION IV - Answer any three in detail, any 3 of 5 39 Marks

1. Q17 Examine the scope of the right to freedom of religion under the Indian Constitution.
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2. Q18 Explain prohibition of discrimination and affirmative action under Article 15 of the Indian Constitution.
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3. Q19 Discuss the constitutional provisions relating to the Supreme Court's original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction.
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4. Q20 Explain the socio-legal concepts enshrined in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution. Discuss its significance and its role as an interpretative tool in constitutional interpretation.
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5. Q21 Describe the Directive Principles of State Policy. Explain the relationship between Directive Principles of State Policy and Fundamental Rights.
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