LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 9 BNSS and CrPC Apr 2025 BNSS 75/25 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

Questions asked in this paper

SECTION I - Q.1: Answer any six of the following questions in 2-3 sentences (any 6 of 8) 12 Marks

1. Q1 Who is accomplice?
2. Q2 What is the time limit for filing a chargesheet under BNSS?
3. Q3 Define police Report?
4. Q4 How does BNSS 2023 ensure faster trials?
5. Q5 What is the role of the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB)?
6. Q6 What is the punishment for penetrative sexual assault under POCSO?
7. Q7 Who is called Victim?
8. Q8 What is the concept of summary trial under BNSS 2023?

SECTION II - Q.2: Write short notes on any two of the following (any 2 of 4) 12 Marks

1. Q9 Difference between bailable and non bailable offences
2. Q10 Rights of victims under BNSS, 2023
3. Q11 Aggravated Penetrative Sexual Assault under POCSO
4. Q12 First Information report

SECTION III - Q.3: Answer any two of the following situation-based questions (any 2 of 4) 12 Marks

1. Q13 A person is accused of attempt to murder and applies for plea bargaining to get a reduced sentence. The prosecution objects, stating that the offense is non-bailable and serious.
   • (i) Can plea bargaining be allowed for a non-bailable offense like attempt to murder under BNSS, 2023?
   • (ii) What types of offenses qualify for plea bargaining?
2. Q14 Rahul is arrested for a serious offense and is subjected to continuous police interrogation without being informed of his right to legal aid. His lawyer is denied access when he tries to meet him at the police station.
   • (i) What rights does an arrested person have regarding legal aid under BNSS, 2023?
   • (ii) What legal consequences can the police face for denying legal assistance?
3. Q15 A suspect confesses to a crime before a magistrate, but later claims he was forced by the police. The confession was recorded in the magistrate's chamber in the presence of police officers.
   • (i) Is this confession admissible under BNSS, 2023? Why or why not?
   • (ii) What safeguards must a magistrate ensure before recording a confession under BNSS, 2023?
4. Q16 A woman is accused of a heinous crime but pleads for bail, citing that she has a young child to care for. The prosecution opposes the bail, stating the severity of the offense.
   • (i) What special provisions does BNSS, 2023 provide for bail to women?
   • (ii) Can the court deny bail solely based on the gravity of the offense?

SECTION IV - Q.4: Answer any three of the following questions (any 3 of 5) 39 Marks

1. Q17 Discuss the provisions for revision and review of court under BNSS, 2023.
2. Q18 Explain the powers and duties of the police under BNSS, 2023.
3. Q19 Distinguish in detail between Investigation, Inquiry and Trail.
4. Q20 Explain the use of handcuffs during arrests under BNSS 2023. What restrictions are imposed?
5. Q21 Salient features of JJ act?

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