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B.A.LL.B. (Semester - X) Examination, April 2018

WOMEN AND LAW

Duration: 3 Hours

Total Marks: 75

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Instructions: 1) Answer any eight questions from Question Nos. 1 to 12.

2) Question Nos. 13 and 14 are compulsory.

(8x8=64)

1. "The Constitution of India incorporates many directives to the state to improve the status of women and for their protection" - Explain with reference to the Directive Principles of State Policy.
2. Explain the aims and functions of the National Commission for Women.

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3. "The Muslim law of divorce confers upon the husband unilateral powers of talak" - Explain. Has the law undergone change in this regard ?
4. What is dowry? Discuss the law relating to dowry prohibition with the help of case law.
5. Critically examine the provisions of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.
6. Explain the law relating to the divorce of Christian women.
7. Explain the provisions of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971.

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8. Discuss the salient features of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
9. "Exclusive grounds have been provided to a Hindu wife on the basis of which she can seek the dissolution of her marriage" - Explain.
10. Critically analyze the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986.
11. Critically examine the law relating to rape.
12. Explain the meaning of Sati. Discuss the provisions of the Commission of Sati (Prevention) Act, 1987.

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13. Write notes on any two: (2×3=6)

1. Functions of National Human Rights Commission
2. Equal remuneration for women
3. Family courts.

14. Write notes on any two of the following : (2x2.5=5)

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1. Brothel
2. Acid attack
3. Offences relating to marriage under the Indian Penal Code, 1860.