CCSU LLB - Family Law I (Hindu Law) (K-2003) - 2018 - Old Question Papers

 LLB 2nd Semester Examination - 2018

Family Law I (Hindu Law)

(K-2003)

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Section A

Note: This section contains five questions. Attempt all the five questions. Each question carries 4 marks 

1. What is meant by Debutter property?

2. Rule of Damdupat

3. Pious Obligations under Hindu Succession Act 1956

4. Doctrine of Factrum Valet

5. Agnate and Cognate

Section B

Note: This section contains three questions. Attempt any two question. Each question carries 10 marks 

6. "Hindu Marriage is a sacrament not a contract". Explain with the essential  conditions for a valid Hindu Marriage.

7. Is it true to say that Hindu law is not lex loci, but a law of status? Discuss.

8. What are the essential conditions for a valid Hindu adoption? Who can take a child in adoption?

Section C

Note: This section contains six questions. Attempt any three questions. Each question carries 20 marks 

9. Discuss the various sources of Hindu Law and dwell the role of custom in the development of Hindu Law. Is it true to say that the clear proof of usage will outweigh the written text of law? Discuss.

10. What is partition under Mitakshara? Discuss various modes of Partition. How can it be re-opened?

11. Who are the natural guardians of minors in order of priority? Who is the natural guardian of an adopted child? What are the power of a natural guardian? Discuss.

12. Define and distinguish between a gift and a will. Compare the respective position of male and a female in this behalf.

13. Name the grounds of divorce available under Hindu Marriage Act 1955. Explain any three of them with relevant cases and provisions.