B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 8 Constitutional Law II May 2024 75/25 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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Q.1 Q.1: Answer Any Six questions in one or two sentences (12 Marks - 2 marks each)

1. (a) What is meant by independence of judiciary?
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2. (b) Article 368 can be amended by what type of majority?
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3. (c) State two functions of the Finance Commission.
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4. (d) What are the provisions for altering state boundaries in India?
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5. (e) Describe two distinguishing features of Indian Federalism.
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6. (f) Briefly state the role of Governor in declaration of President's rule in the state.
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7. (g) What is autonomous District Council under 6th schedule.
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8. (h) Distinguish between Attorney General and Advocate General.
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Q.2 Q.2: Write Short Notes on Any Two (12 Marks - 6 marks each)

1. (a) Anti-Defection Law
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2. (b) Doctrine of Colorable Legislation
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3. (c) Provision related to State and Union Territories
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4. (d) Judicial Activism
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Q.3 Q.3: Answer Any Two of the following (12 Marks - 6 marks each)

1. (a) 'X' a sitting member of the Lok Sabha is disqualified from the membership on account of accepting 'bribe' and casting his vote. (i) Discuss the validity of his disqualification in light of judgements of the Supreme Court. (ii) Describe two privileges of members of the parliament.
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2. (b) Rajesh Kumar, an employee of the central government, was dismissed from his service on the ground of corruption, without being given a prior notice the opportunity of hearing. (i) Examine the validity of this dismissal in accordance to Article 311. (ii) Explain Doctrine of Pleasure.
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3. (c) By means of an amendment to the constitution, election disputes relating to post of Prime Minister and Speaker were kept beyond the scope of the courts and judicial screening. (i) Examine the validity of such amendment. (ii) Briefly describe the function of Election Commission of India.
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4. (d) Imagine a large country with a federal system. The national government wants to set a national speed limit for all highways. However, some states argue that their unique traffic patterns and road conditions necessitate different speed limits. (i) How does the concept of division of powers (a feature of federalism) apply to this situation? (ii) Which level of government (national or state) has the authority to regulate speed limits in this scenario? Why?
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Q.4 Q.4: Answer Any THREE in detail (39 Marks - 13 marks each)

1. (a) Discuss the scheme of distribution of legislative relations between Center and State.
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2. (b) State the types of emergencies. Explain in detail proclamation of emergency under Article 352 of the constitution. Explain its impact on fundamental rights.
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3. (c) What is a Bill? Discuss the various kinds of bills and the corresponding procedure to pass them.
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4. (d) Discuss the position and powers of the President of India with special reference to Ordinance.
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5. (e) What is meant by Local Self-governing Bodies? Explain the role of the 73rd and 74th Amendments Act to empower them.
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