CCSU BA LLB - General English II - 2025 - Old question paper

BA LLB 2nd Semester Examination, May 2025
General English II
(BL-2001)

Section A
Note: Attempt all questions. Each question carries 4 marks

1. Write the meaning of any two of the following legal terms:

(a) De facto

Ans: This Latin term translates to "in fact" or "in practice." 

(b) Pro se

Ans: Pro se is Latin for "for oneself" or "on one's own behalf." 

(c) Sua sponte

Ans: This translates to "of one's own accord" or "voluntarily." 

(d) Voir dire

Ans: Derived from Old French, this phrase literally means "to speak the truth." 

2. Explain the meaning of any two of the following words:

(a) Acquittal

An acquittal is a formal certification by a court that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they were charged. This occurs at the conclusion of a criminal trial when the prosecution fails to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, or when a judge finds the evidence insufficient for a conviction.

(b) Adjournment

An adjournment is the suspension or postponement of a court session or a legal proceeding until another time or place. A judge may grant an adjournment for various reasons, such as to allow a lawyer more time to prepare, to wait for a key witness to arrive, or simply to conclude the day's business.

(c) Testimony

Testimony consists of oral or written evidence given by a witness under oath or affirmation in a court of law or before a judicial officer. It is one of the primary ways that facts are established during a trial.

(d) Allegation

An allegation is an assertion or claim made by a party in a legal proceeding that they intend to prove. It is a statement of fact contained in a legal pleading (like a complaint) that has not yet been proven true.

3. Use any two of the following idioms to form sentences:

(a) A law unto themselves

This refers to someone who ignores standard rules or conventions and behaves according to their own judgment.

• Sentence: The lead investigator was a law unto himself, often ignoring departmental protocols to pursue leads that his superiors had dismissed.

(b) Caught red-handed

This means to be discovered in the middle of committing a crime or doing something wrong.

• Sentence: The security cameras provided undeniable evidence, as the shoplifter was caught red-handed trying to slip the watch into his pocket.

(c) With no strings attached

This describes an offer or agreement that is given freely without any hidden conditions or future obligations.

• Sentence: The university offered her a full scholarship with no strings attached, allowing her to choose any major without having to commit to a specific research project.

(d) Fine print

This refers to the small text in a contract or advertisement that often contains important restrictions or unpleasant "catches."

• Sentence: Before signing the lease agreement, make sure you read the fine print to see if there are any hidden fees for early termination.

4. Write full form of any two of the following:

(a) AIHC

Ans: All India High Court Cases

(b) ACC

Ans: Association of Corporate Counsel

(c) IPC

Ans: Indian Penal Code

(d) ACJ

Ans: Accident Claims Journal

5. Give one words for any two of the following: 

(a) Young offenders

Ans: Juveniles

(b) A person who transfers property to another

Ans: Transferor ( Grantor or Assignor).

(c) An official prohibition

Ans: Ban (Injunction or Embargo).

(d) Liable to result in a legal charge

Ans: Indictable (or Actionable).

Section B
Note: Attempt any two question. Each question carries 10 marks

6. Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper complaining against the frequent breakdown of electricity in your locality.
7. Write a letter to your father explaining what you wish to do after passing your professional degree examination.
8. Prepare a resume for the post of an assistant professor in a Law College.

Section C
Note: Attempt any three question. Each question carries 20 marks

9. Write an essay on any one of the following topics:

(a) Freedom of expression

(b) Causes and consequences of corruption in India

(c) Importance of legal profession

(d) Right to Education in India
10. Discuss David Copperfield as an autobiographical novel.

OR

Discuss Charles Dickens as a social reformer.
11. Write a note on the female characters in David Copperfield.

OR

Discuss the character of David Copperfield.
12. Write a report on Blood Donation Camp organized in your college.
13. Write a report on Independence day celebration in your college.