B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 5 Equity and Trust Law Oct 2025 Question Paper - SPPU

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PART - A [2×15=30]

1. Q1 Explain the various obligation in the nature of trust under the Indian Public Trust Act, 1882.
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2. Q2 Define the meaning of breach of trust and discuss the liability for breach of trust under the Indian Public Trust Act, 1882.
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3. Q3 Who is entitled to make an application for framing a scheme for public trust? Explain the circumstances under which such a scheme may be framed, and discuss the procedure involved in the framing of schemes.
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4. Q4 Elaborate on the legal provisions relating to budgeting, maintaining accounts, and auditing of public trusts Maharashtra Public Trust, Act, 1950.
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PART - B [3×10=30]

1. Q5 Explain the concept of ‘cestui que trust’ and compare a trust with other legal relationships such as ownership and contract.
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2. Q6 Discuss provisions related to the appointment of Trustees under the Indian Turst Act, 1882.
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3. Q7 “Fiduciary relationships are based more on morality than law.” Discuss.
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4. Q8 Discuss the powers and functions of the deputy and Assistant Charity Commissioner under the Maharashtra Public Trust Act, 1950.
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5. Q9 Discuss the provisions for offences and penalties laid down under the Maharashtra Public Trust Act, 1950.
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PART - C

1. Q10 Write short notes on any two. [2×5=10]
   • a) Charitable Purposes Read the model answer
   • b) Alienation of immovable property of public trust Read the model answer
   • c) Equity imputes an intention to fulfil an obligation Read the model answer
   • d) Public Trust Administration Fund Read the model answer

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