UPSC Law Optional, Paper I and II

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UPSC Law Optional Criminal Law and Law of Torts previous year questions 215-244 of 306, arranged for doctrine revision, case-law planning, and answer writing.

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general principles of crime, specific offences, negligence, strict liability, nuisance, defamation, and civil remedies.

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2008Paper IIQ4(b)Section A

Question 215

Critically examine the concept of 'plea bargaining' and evaluate its scope in India.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper II, Q4(b), source page 26.

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2007Paper IIQ1(a)Section A

Question 216

Describe the kinds of punishments to which offenders may be punished under the provisions of Indian Penal Code, 1860.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q1(a), source page 22.

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2007Paper IIQ1(b)Section A

Question 217

What is meant by 'extortion'? Explain its ingredients and distinguish between 'theft' and?

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q1(b), source page 22.

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2007Paper IIQ1(c)Section A

Question 218

The doctrine of "alternative danger" is the extention of the doctrine of "contributory.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q1(c), source page 22.

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2007Paper IIQ1(d)Section A

Question 219

Distinguish between tortious liability and criminal liability.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q1(d), source page 22.

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2007Paper IIQ2(a)Section A

Question 220

When an offence of 'adultery' is said to be committed? Whether a wife may be punished fthe offence of adultery as an abettor? Distinguish between the offences of 'rape' and?

Offences Against Women and Children

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q2(a), source page 22.

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2007Paper IIQ2(b)Section A

Question 221

With the intention in good faith of saving human life and property, in a great fire, pulls dthe conflagration from spreading it. A pleads that the harm to be prevented was of such a nature and so imminent as to justify or excuse his act. Decide,.

General Principles of Criminal Liability

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q2(b), source page 22.

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2007Paper IIQ3(a)Section A

Question 222

Which if it should escape may c" Discuss the above statement by rthe judicial pronouncements alongwith the exceptions thereto.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q3(a), source page 23.

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2007Paper IIQ3(b)Section A

Question 223

With the intention of annoying a neighbour and actually causing annoyance w" Comment. 'A', a music teacher, gives music lessons at his residence. B, tthe adjoining house, maliciously causes discomfort to A, by hthe party wall, beating the trays, whistling and shricking. A prays for an.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q3(b), source page 23.

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2007Paper IIQ4(a)Section A

Question 224

Discuss the composition and objects of Consumer Protection Council under the Consumer.

Consumer and Professional Liability

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q4(a), source page 23.

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2007Paper IIQ4(b)Section A

Question 225

Efine and discuss the ingredients of "corruption" as given under the provisions of the.

Social and Special Penal Statutes

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper II, Q4(b), source page 23.

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2006Paper IIQ1(a)Section A

Question 226

'An abetment of an offence being a complete offence by itself, an attempt of abetment of an offence is also an offence.' Examine.

General Principles of Criminal Liability

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q1(a), source page 19.

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2006Paper IIQ1(b)Section A

Question 227

'Compensation to the victims of crime in India is the vanishing point of criminal jurisprudence.' Comment.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q1(b), source page 19.

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2006Paper IIQ1(c)Section A

Question 228

What are liquidated damages and when are they awarded?

Tort Remedies and Damages

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q1(c), source page 19.

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2006Paper IIQ1(d)Section A

Question 229

'In tort the plaintiff wins his case only when he proves as to what particular tort the defendant has committed against him.' Examine.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q1(d), source page 19.

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2006Paper IIQ2(a)Section A

Question 230

'To constitute the offence of conspiracy there must be an agreement of two or more persons to do an act which is illegal or which is to be done by illegal means, for one cannot conspire with oneself.' Discuss.

General Principles of Criminal Liability

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q2(a), source page 20.

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2006Paper IIQ2(b)Section A

Question 231

An assistant sub-inspector A and a head constable B barged into the house of C, a businessman, where he (C) was playing cards along with his six friends. A and B directed the card players to take out their wallets, threatening to take them to the police station. Apprehending registration of a case under the Gambling Act, all of them parted with Rs. 10,500/- in all. What offence have A and B committed?

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q2(b), source page 20.

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2006Paper IIQ3(a)Section A

Question 232

Discuss the rule of strict liability with the help of relevant case law. Is there any difference between strict liability and absolute liability?

Strict and Absolute Liability

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q3(a), source page 20.

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2006Paper IIQ3(b)Section A

Question 233

A, the owner of a mill, was getting water for his mill from a stream which was naturally flowing near the mill of A. B, the owner of another mill, dug an extensive well which hindered the flow of water to A's mill. Is B liable for a tort? Give reasons to support your answer.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q3(b), source page 20.

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2006Paper IIQ4(a)Section A

Question 234

The Supreme Court of India in a recent judgement pronounced, 'Doctors cannot be held criminally liable under Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code unless they are grossly rash or negligent in performing their duties.' Is the judgement in favour of doctors or is it against the poor and illiterate patients in our country? Give your views with reasons.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q4(a), source page 20.

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2006Paper IIQ4(b)Section A

Question 235

What are the 'Civil Rights' as defined by the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955? Enumerate the offences prescribed under the Act.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2006, Paper II, Q4(b), source page 20.

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2005Paper IIQ1(a)Section A

Question 236

Under what conditions may the defence of insanity be pleased on behalf of an accused?

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q1(a), source page 16.

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2005Paper IIQ1(b)Section A

Question 237

Discuss, "attempt to commit suicide," referring to the decisions of the Supreme Court on the Constitutional validity of Section 309 of the Indian Penal Code.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q1(b), source page 16.

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2005Paper IIQ1(c)Section A

Question 238

What is meant by 'innuendo'? What are the facts, the Plaintiff must prove or establish in order to sustain a plea of innuendo?

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q1(c), source page 16.

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2005Paper IIQ1(d)Section A

Question 239

Which one of the following two expressions is correct and why? 'Law of Torst' or 'Law of Tort'.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q1(d), source page 16.

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2005Paper IIQ2(a)Section A

Question 240

Discuss the importance of mens related with criminal law. Also explain the role of mens related in statutory offences with the help of relevant case law.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q2(a), source page 16.

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2005Paper IIQ2(b)Section A

Question 241

X strikes Y with a stick. Y is by this provocation excited to violent rage. Z, a bystander intending to take advantage of Y's rage and to cause him kill X, puts a knife into Y's hand for that purpose. Y kills X with that knife. What offence is committed by Y and Z? Explain and discuss with reasons.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q2(b), source page 16.

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2005Paper IIQ3(a)Section A

Question 242

The liability of joint tort-feasors is'joint and several'. In the light of this statement discuss who are joint tort-feasors and their liability with the help of illustrations and case law.

Criminal Law and Law of Torts - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q3(a), source page 17.

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2005Paper IIQ3(b)Section A

Question 243

In tort of malicious prosecution the plaintiff must prove among other things, that the defendant was the person who was actively instrumental in putting the law in force". Discuss.

Tort Remedies and Damages

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q3(b), source page 17.

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2005Paper IIQ4(a)Section A

Question 244

When is a public servant said to have committed an offence of criminal misconduct as defined in the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988? Discuss referring to some decided cases.

Social and Special Penal Statutes

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2005, Paper II, Q4(a), source page 17.

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What this archive covers

Critically examine the concept of 'plea bargaining' and evaluate its scope in India.

Describe the kinds of punishments to which offenders may be punished under the provisions of Indian Penal Code, 1860.

What is meant by 'extortion'? Explain its ingredients and distinguish between 'theft' and?

The doctrine of "alternative danger" is the extention of the doctrine of "contributory.

Distinguish between tortious liability and criminal liability.

When an offence of 'adultery' is said to be committed? Whether a wife may be punished fthe offence of adultery as an abettor? Distinguish between the offences of 'rape' and?

With the intention in good faith of saving human life and property, in a great fire, pulls dthe conflagration from spreading it. A pleads that the harm to be prevented was of such a nature and so imminent as to justify or excuse his act. Decide,.

Which if it should escape may c" Discuss the above statement by rthe judicial pronouncements alongwith the exceptions thereto.

With the intention of annoying a neighbour and actually causing annoyance w" Comment. 'A', a music teacher, gives music lessons at his residence. B, tthe adjoining house, maliciously causes discomfort to A, by hthe party wall, beating the trays, whistling and shricking. A prays for an.

Discuss the composition and objects of Consumer Protection Council under the Consumer.

Efine and discuss the ingredients of "corruption" as given under the provisions of the.

'An abetment of an offence being a complete offence by itself, an attempt of abetment of an offence is also an offence.' Examine.

'Compensation to the victims of crime in India is the vanishing point of criminal jurisprudence.' Comment.

What are liquidated damages and when are they awarded?

'In tort the plaintiff wins his case only when he proves as to what particular tort the defendant has committed against him.' Examine.

'To constitute the offence of conspiracy there must be an agreement of two or more persons to do an act which is illegal or which is to be done by illegal means, for one cannot conspire with oneself.' Discuss.

Discuss the rule of strict liability with the help of relevant case law. Is there any difference between strict liability and absolute liability?

A, the owner of a mill, was getting water for his mill from a stream which was naturally flowing near the mill of A. B, the owner of another mill, dug an extensive well which hindered the flow of water to A's mill. Is B liable for a tort? Give reasons to support your answer.

What are the 'Civil Rights' as defined by the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955? Enumerate the offences prescribed under the Act.

Under what conditions may the defence of insanity be pleased on behalf of an accused?

Discuss, "attempt to commit suicide," referring to the decisions of the Supreme Court on the Constitutional validity of Section 309 of the Indian Penal Code.

What is meant by 'innuendo'? What are the facts, the Plaintiff must prove or establish in order to sustain a plea of innuendo?

Which one of the following two expressions is correct and why? 'Law of Torst' or 'Law of Tort'.

Discuss the importance of mens related with criminal law. Also explain the role of mens related in statutory offences with the help of relevant case law.

X strikes Y with a stick. Y is by this provocation excited to violent rage. Z, a bystander intending to take advantage of Y's rage and to cause him kill X, puts a knife into Y's hand for that purpose. Y kills X with that knife. What offence is committed by Y and Z? Explain and discuss with reasons.

The liability of joint tort-feasors is'joint and several'. In the light of this statement discuss who are joint tort-feasors and their liability with the help of illustrations and case law.

In tort of malicious prosecution the plaintiff must prove among other things, that the defendant was the person who was actively instrumental in putting the law in force". Discuss.

When is a public servant said to have committed an offence of criminal misconduct as defined in the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988? Discuss referring to some decided cases.

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