Download Goa University BA LLB-5 Years 2014 April 7th Semester Interpretation Of Statutes Question Paper

Download Goa University BA LLB-5 Years Course (Bachelor Of Arts and LLB Five Years) 2014 April 7th Semester Interpretation Of Statutes Question Paper

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LLB. (Hons.) (Semester - VII) Examination, April 2014
INTERPRETATION OF STATUTES
Duration : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 75
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Instructions: 1) Answer any four questions from 0. No. 1 to 6.
2) Answer any four questions from O. No. 8 to 13.
3) Question No. 7 and 14 are compulsory.
SECTION ? I
Explain the rule statute to be Read as a Whole. (4x8=32)
Discuss plain meaning rule.
What is the objective of the mischief rule ?
Enumerate the facets of the rule language of the Statute must be read as it is.
Explain retrospective operation of statutes.
What is a Presumption ? Explain presumption against intending injustice or
absurdity.
Write short notes on any two : (2x3=6)
a) Parliamentary History
b) Foreign Decisions
0) Explanations.
SECTION ? H
Discuss the principle of Construction of General Words ? (4x8=32)
Define mandatory statutes and differentiate between mandatory and directory
statutes .
What is construction in Bona Partem ?
P.T.O.

LHA ? 814
11. Define the following :
a) Commencement and termination of time
b) Measurement of distances
c) Commencementofacts
d) Repeal.
12. Explain equitable construction.
13. Explain restrictive construction.
14. Write short notes on any two :
a) Ejusdem Generis
b) Beneficial Construction
c) IntemationaIConventions.
(2x2.5=5)