CCSU BA LLB - Interpretation of Statutes - 2022 - Old question paper

BA LLB 7th Semester Examination, Dec 2022
Interpretation of Statutes
(BL-7003)

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

1. Why should taxing statute be strictly construed?
2. Stare Decisis
3. Raddendo singula singulis
4. Ouster of Jurisdiction
5. Welfare Legislation.

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

6. Write a short note on the mischief rule of interpretation.
7. Whether an act can be enforced retrospectively? Explain.
8. Write a short note on Judicial Activism.

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

9. What is the significance of interpretation of statute? Mention the different methods of interpretation in a nutshell.
10. What are the different aids to construction? Enumerate the various external aids employed in interpretating a statute.
11. Discuss the existence of presumptions in the field of interpretations of statutes.
12. How does Golden rule of interpretation s differ with literal rule of interpretation? Explain.
13. What is meant by Doctrine of Pith and Substance. Explain with the help of decided cases.