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

LLB 6th Semester Examination, June 2022

Interpretation of Statutes  (K-6001) 

Section A 

Note: Attempt all questions. Each question carries 4 marks 

1. Explain the doctrine of retrospective operation of interpretation of statutes. 

2. Explain "Noscitur a Sociis"

3. Explain the doctrine of Pith and Substance.

4. What do you mean by "Literal or Grammatical Interpretation".

5. Explain the doctrine of Colorable Legislation.

Section B

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

6. Explain the Doctrine of Ultra-vires of the Constitution.

7. What do you understand by remedial statutes?

8. What is rule of law? Discuss. Explain the term "Statute must be read as a whole".

Section C 

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

9. Explain fully the values of the intrinsic aids in the construction of statutes.

10. What do you understand by strict construction of penal statutes? Explain with the help of leading cases.

11. What do you mean by "ejusdem generis" ? explain with the help of leading cases.

12. Distinguish between judicial review and interpretation of statutes. Is the power of the court same in both the process?

13. What are the three general rules of statutory interpretation? Illustrate.