CCSU LLB - Law of Human Rights - 2017 - Old Question Paper

LLB 6th Semester Examination, May 2017
Law of Human Rights
(K-6003)

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

1. Write about the concept of Human Right

2. What are the objectives of United Nations Charter?

3. Name any four collective rights.

4. How does National Human Rights Commission constitute? 

5. What is the difference between Human Rights and Fundamental Rights?     

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

6. Are the Human Rights 'a grant by the state' or are they inherent in human being? Discuss the philosophy and nature of Human Rights.
7. Write a short note on National Commission for Women.
8. Give an account of judicial activism in India with regards to upholding Human Rights.

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

9. For the implementation of provision of covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the main instrumentality envisaged is the Human Rights Committee. Discuss composition, procedure and functioning of the committee.
10. The Directive principle of State Policy contained in part IV of the constitution aims at providing social and economic rights and welfare for all. Describe their nature and relevance to the International Covenant of Social and Economic Rights.
11. Discuss various rights enshrined in European Convention on Human Rights.
12. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights contains the general principles of law recognized by civilized nations and also an authoritative interpretation of the Charter by the General Assembly. Discuss the importance and provisions of UDHR in above reference.
13. Discuss the provisions of the International Human Rights Instruments regarding the principle of equal rights for men and women.