LL.B. (Three Years) Sem 3 Administrative Law Nov 2022 60/40 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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Q.1 Answer in sin in two sentences 12 Marks

1. (1) Definition of Administrative Law by K.C.Davis.
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2. (2) Explain the doctrine of estoppel.
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3. (3) Explain the writ of mandamus.
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4. (4) What is post decision hearing?
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5. (5) Explain the doctrine of rule of law.
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6. (6) What is Judicial Review?
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7. (7) State two function of civil service.
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8. (8) What is droit administratif?
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9. (9) Explain the concept of legitimate expectation.
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10. (10) What is Henry VIII clause?
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Q.2 Write Short Notes on any two 12 Marks

1. (1) Ombudsman
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2. (2) Salient Features of Right to Information Act, 2005
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3. (3) Sub-Delegation
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4. (4) Public Corporations
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Q.3 Answer any two Situational Based Questions 12 Marks

1. (1) A State Transport Undertaking published a scheme for nationalisation of motor transport in the State and invited objections. The objections filed by Mr. X were received and heard by the Secretary and later the scheme was approved by the Chief Minister.
   • (a) Can Mr. X file a writ petition and which is the appropriate writ that can be issued? Give the grounds on which such writ can be issued.
   • (b) Cite the relevant judicial decision and the explain the principle laid down in the said decision.
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2. (2) Few workers of ABP industry remained absent from duty treating a particular day as holiday. ABP employer dismissed those workers from service for remaining absent?
   • (a) Is the action taking by the employer justifiable. Give reason to the answer and also cite the relevant judicial decision?
   • (b) Explain the doctrine of proportionality?
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3. (3) Mr. Saket is an engineer working in PBC Corporation was appointed by the Municipal Commissioner. He was removed from his office by the Assistant Municipal Commissioner who is subordinate to the Municipal Commissioner. Mr. Saket challenged the removal as violative of Article 311.
   • (a) Does the removal amount to violation of right under Article 311? Explain briefly.
   • (b) Explain the doctrine of pleasure.
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4. (4) A regulation framed by Air India providing that services of an Air hostess could be terminated if she became pregnant.
   • (a) Is the regulation framed Air India discriminatory in nature? Cite the relevant judicial decision.
   • (b) Explain the concept of delegated legislation.
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Q.4 Answer any two in detail 24 Marks

1. (1) What are the advantages and disadvantages of tribunals. Discuss the Constitutionality of Articles 323 A and 323 B of the Indian Constitution. Substantiate your answer with judicial decisions.
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2. (2) Discuss the theory of separation of powers in the context of Indian Constitution with the help of judicial decisions.
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3. (3) Elucidate the various principles of natural justice with relevant Supreme Court judgements.
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4. (4) Explain the judicial control over Delegated Legislation with relevant case laws.
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