CCSU LLB - Interpretation of Statutes - 2018 - Old question paper

LLB 6th Semester Examination, May 2018

Interpretation of Statutes

(K-6001)

Section A

Note: Attempt all questions. Each question carries 4 marks

1. What are the different parts of a statute?

2. What are the Strict Construction and Penal Construction of a Statute?

3. Explain the distinction between proviso and exception.

4. To what extent precedents can be used for interpretation of statutes?

5. What is Beneficial and Restrictive construction?

Section B 

Note: Attempt any two questions. Each question carries 10 marks

6. Evaluate the role of Illustration and Explanation in interpretation of

    statutes.

7. Explain the role of Ejusdum Generis.

8. Explain the meaning of Constitution.

Section C

Note: Attempt any three questions. Each question carries 20 marks

9. Is there any difference in approach between construction of deeds and

    statutes? State the general principles of construction of wills.

10. Explain the scope and nature of legislative delegation. Is there any

    limit to delegated legislation?

11. What are the presumptions in favour of constitutionality of statutes?

    What are the effects of constitutionality?

12. Can a statute operate retrospectively? State the general principles and    discuss the circumstances under which retrospective operation of statutes is permissible.

13. What is meant by mischief rule? Explain with the help of recent Indian

    cases.

14. Discuss with reference to decided cases, indicating how far the statement of Objects and Reasons can be taken into consideration in interpreting a statute.