LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 1 English 1 2025-26 ATKT Set 2 75/25 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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SECTION I - Q.1.A) Answer any four of the followings in two sentences only (08 marks)

1. Q1 "Having been instructed by Mrs. Martha Bardell to commence an action against a man for a breach of promise of marriage, for which the plaintiff lays her damages at fifteen hundred pounds." Who is responsible for damages? State the text related to it.
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2. Q2 "Between the ages of seven months and eight months those children were changed in the cradle." Who is the speaker? What is title of the text?
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3. Q3 "There is great reason to hope that death is a good, for one is going into a state of nothingness and utter unconsciousness." Identify the speaker of the above quotation. Write the context of the above.
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4. Q4 "Secondly, for the advocates and counsel that plead. Patience and gravity of hearing is an essential part of justice." Who is the speaker? From which text are these lines taken?
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5. Q5 "What extraordinary commitment and dedication had helped him to acquire the right skills in his leisure time and changed the course of his life." Who is addressed in the above quotation and by whom?
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SECTION II - Q.1.B) Do as directed (04 marks)

1. Q6 She said to him, "Why didn't you send a friend request to me?" (Change into Indirect Speech) 2 marks
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2. Q7 Ayush has passed the examination. (Add a question tag) (01)
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3. Q8 Neha will support me in the decision. (Change into Passive Voice) (01)
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SECTION III - Q.2) Write Short Notes on any two of the following (12 marks)

1. Q9 Describe the significance of the title of "The Cop and The Anthem".
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2. Q10 Write in short on the prescribed chapters of "A Time to Kill."
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3. Q11 Lomax Harder from "Murder".
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4. Q12 Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's thoughts about "New Social Order".
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SECTION IV - Q.3) Writing skills (12 marks)

1. Q13 Draft an application for the post of a Legal Adviser in the Non-Government Organization. 6 marks
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2. Q14 Write a complaint letter to the Municipal Corporation regarding the irregular water supply in your area. 6 marks
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3. Q15 Write the precise of the following and suggest a suitable title to it. (06) The right to equality, enshrined in Articles 14 to 18 of the Indian Constitution, is a fundamental right that serves as the cornerstone for justice and social fairness in India. It guarantees that every individual is treated equally before the law without discrimination based on religion, caste, race, gender, or place of birth. Article 14 embodies the principle of "equality before the law" and "equal protection of laws," ensuring that the law applies equally to all persons, including both citizens and non-citizens. While "equality before the law" is a negative concept prohibiting special privileges or arbitrary discrimination, "equal protection of laws" is a positive concept that mandates like treatment in like circumstances and allows reasonable classifications where required. This principle reflects the "Rule of Law," meaning that all individuals, regardless of position or status, are subject to the ordinary laws of the land. The Constitution further prohibits discrimination in various forms through Articles 15 and 16, which restrict discrimination by the State in areas like access to public places and employment opportunities. Additionally, Articles 17 and 18 abolish untouchability and titles of nobility, reinforcing social dignity and equality to prevent discrimination and social hierarchy. The significance of the right to equality lies in its role in fostering a just and inclusive society by preventing unfair treatment and providing equal opportunities. It was established against the backdrop of India's history of caste-based and other social discriminations, aiming to promote fraternity, dignity, and social justice as envisioned in the Constitution's Preamble. The right to equality not only prohibits arbitrary state actions but also allows affirmative measures, such as reservations, to uplift socially and educationally backward classes, ensuring substantive equality. However, the right to equality is not absolute and permits reasonable classification, provided it meets the criteria of intelligible differentia and has a rational nexus to the objective sought. The Supreme Court of India has emphasized that the right to equality is a safeguard against arbitrary governance and ensures fairness in law and administration. Landmark judgments have expanded the horizon of equality jurisprudence, addressing issues such as gender equality, reservation policies, and protection against discrimination in workplaces. This right thus protects individuals' dignity and promotes social harmony while balancing the need for affirmative action and equitable treatment within a diverse society.
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4. Q16 Write a welcome speech to address the chief guest of the Inauguration of the Legal Aid Clinic established by your college. 6 marks
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SECTION V - Q.4) Answer any three of the following (39 marks)

1. Q17 Comment on Shylock's demand of fulfilment of the bond in "The Merchant of Venice".
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2. Q18 Critically analyse Lady Booby's Character appeared in "Joseph Andrews".
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3. Q19 Analyse the testimony of Sarah Stone and John Olding in the case of Hetty Sorrel.
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4. Q20 Describe various books narrated by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam in "The Joy of Reading".
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5. Q21 Write on Socrate's condemnation of death from Plato's "An Apology".
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