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(Info) UPSC Introduces e-call letters for civil services interview 2016

UPSC Introduces e-call letters for civil services interview 2016

No paper call letters for interviews will be issued to candidates who have cleared civil services main examination and they will instead have to download e-summons, UPSC has said.

Thousands of students appear for the prestigious civil services examination conducted annually by the Union Public Service Commission to select officers for Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and Indian Police Service (IPS), among others.

The examination is conducted in three stages--preliminary, main and personality test or interview.

The personality test for candidates is likely to commence from March 8, 2016, the UPSC has said in a statement.

Selected Articles from Various News Paper: Civil Services Mentor Magazine - February 2016

Selected Articles from Various Newspapers & Journals

Hope and clarity in Paris

Parisians are no strangers to violence. During the French Revolution in late 1793, the Reign of Terror swept across the city, killing more than 2,000 supposed ‘enemies of the revolution’. In 1871, the city played host to the largest European urban insurrection of the nineteenth century — the Paris Commune — in which nearly 10,000 Parisians were slaughtered. A little less than a century later, at the height of the Algerian War in 1961, terrorism returned with a vengeance. In June that year, the pro-colonial militants of the Organisation Armée Secrète planted a bomb on a Strasbourg-Paris train, killing 28. And, in October, the brutal police repression of a pro-nationalist demonstration left up to 50 dead and bodies floating in the Seine.

This violent history has continued in more recent times, with terrorist bomb attacks by Hizbollah and Lebanese Islamists in 1986 and Algerian Islamists in 1995 during the Algerian Civil War. Most recently, of course, Paris endured the massacre of Charlie Hebdo journalists, and shoppers in a Jewish superstore, in January 2015. None of this should take away from the shock that greeted the appalling coordinated attacks in Paris on November 13, 2015. The death toll and the scale make the latest events some of the bloodiest examples of terrorism in Europe, along with the Madrid bombings in 2004. For better or for worse, Paris has become another site in a global conflict that stretches from Mumbai and Peshawar to Bali and Beirut.

Education Sector in India: Civil Services Mentor Magazine - February - 2016

Education Sector In India

Education is one of the most important sector for the development of any country. According to Noble laureate Amartya sen, every country should focus on Health and Education. If health and education are taken care of, they will take care of all the other sectors. A welleducated population, equipped with the relevant knowledge, attitudes and skills is essential for economic and social development in the twenty-first century. Education also act as a social mobiliser for the deprived and oppresed sector of society. Peopple from socially backward classes as well as women find their voices after getting proper education. Education provides skills and competencies for economic well-being. Education is also necessary for the development of democracy, untill people are educated they lack awareness about their rights. Education also acts as an integrative force in society, imparting values that foster social cohesion and national identity. Education can be divided into three groups of elementary, upper primary and higher education. All these sectors have some challenges, but in all the sectors country has made good progress in last few decades.

The country has made significant progress in improving access to education in recent years. The mean years of schooling of the working population (those over 15 years old) increased from 4.19 years in 2000 to 5.12 years in 2010. Enrolment of children at the primary education stage has now reached near-universal levels. Youth literacy increased from 60 per cent in 1983 to 91 per cent in 2009–10 and adult literacy improved from 64.8 per cent in 2001 to 74 per cent in 2011. Despite many gains there are still several challenges which India is facing in elementary and Upper primary level of education. These challenges include:

Program Approach for GS (Prelims cum Mains) Foundation

Program Approach for GS (Prelims cum Mains) Foundation 2016

There is lot of hype around the IAS exam preparation. A fresh aspirants comes with the idea that he has to do some hi-funda preparation and be like a scholar in the subject. Its wrong approach you have to become the expert of the subject not the scholar. The answers in civil services examinations need a lot of innovation and creativity ,something that you will not get in the textbooks. Try to understand issues rather than remembering facts. It requires lot of thinking and observation.

About the Programme

Civil Services Examination is one of the most beautiful exams in the world. The term ‘Foundation’ here means that it is going to be the foundation stone and a first stepping stone towards becoming a civil servant. We have designed the program that focuses on Mains and Prelims separately. The program format includes the trend analysis, comprehensive analysis of contemporary topics and 100% coverage of UPSC GS- Prelims and Mains syllabus.

The research team of IASEXAMPORTAL , having such a vast experience, supports the programme and helps in the development of the study material . On the other side our mentor board, we have senior faculties those who nurture you to become a bright civil servant.

Prelims cum Mains Programme

Always good performance in General Studies (Mains) has aided most of the aspirants in attaining top slot in final merit list. General Studies Mains has huge weightage of 1000 Marks where GS Prelims is essential for clearing the screening.

Is it for Freshers ?

Specially Designed for Under Graduates & Freshers. You will find each and everything under the platform of iasexamportal. You don’t need to read or buy any other material except this.And if you do this, We believe, We can guarantee your success. You give us your One Year and hard labour, we will give you the result.

Is it for Working Professionals ?

The candidates staying in the far flung areas where classroom coaching as well as standards books may be inaccessible, GS FOUNDATION is a good substitute. It is equally helpful for working professionals. Our GS foundation programme is complete in many regards.

Breaking the Delhi/NCR myth ?

A large number of aspirants are not able to reach out to the urban centers- like Delhi- which has become the hub of coaching and study material. These candidates face the challenge of preparing for the IAS exam, without a developed market and coaching.

How to study while working full time ?

The working people have strict time constraints, it is very important that they does not spend their precious time in experimenting with different source materials from the exam point of view.

Methodology and Process Followed ?

1. 100% coverage of GS-Preliminary and Mains syllabus: The GS foundation will cover the 100 % syllabus of GS both at the level of Preliminary and Mains.
2. You will get all essential Books : Under this GS foundation programme we will prescribe and dispatch the books for the basics and advanced studies.
3. Mock Test Series : We will also conduct mock test papers for the all enrolled members both at the level of GS-Preliminary and Mains.
4. Civil Services Mentor Magazine : All the enrolled members will get the annual subscription of this magazine free of cost.
5. Gist of Important Newspapers and Magazines : All the enrolled members will get the annual subscription of this magazine free of cost.
6. Free Access to Online Coaching : All the enrolled members will get free access to the Online Coaching at IASEXAMPORTAL.
7. Solved Previous Year papers and trend analysis : All the enrolled members get Previous Year paper’s with solution and analysis.
8. Prelims and Mains Study Kits at your postal address: We dispatch Books , Study Kits and Magazines at the postal addresses of the all enrolled members.
9. Telephonic Support : All the enrolled members get the free telephonic Support of the Course Coordinator at anytime as per your convenience.
10. Single Platform : You will find each and everything under the platform of iasexamportal You don’t need to read or buy any other material except this.
11. Expert Guidance till your success : OUR EXPERT will guide you and support you till your success.

The Gist of Press Information Bureau (PIB): February 2016

The Gist of Press Information Bureau: February 2016

  • WCD Ministry Issues Model Guidelines for Foster Care (Free Available)
  • India China Joint Exercise (Free Available)
  • HRIDAY plans (Free Available)
  • Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav (Free Available)
  • Imprint India (Free Available)
  • Prime Minister launches three gold related schemes (Free Available)
  • India-Russia Joint Army Exercise (Free Available)
  • UDAY for financial turnaround of Power Distribution Companies (Only For The Subscribed Members)
  • Reforms in FDI (Only For The Subscribed Members)
  • First National Tribal Carnival (Only For The Subscribed Members)

WCD Ministry Issues Model Guidelines for Foster Care

The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development has issued Model Guidelines for Foster care. These guidelines have been developed through a consultative process involving representatives from States/UTs, Non-governmental organizations, civil society, academicians, experts and organizations working on alternative care. The Model Guidelines on Foster Care detail the procedures, roles and responsibilities of stakeholders, along with various aspects related to the implementation of the foster care program in the districts.

These Guidelines have been strengthened by providing additional formats for preparing case study of the child, application form for the foster carer/parents to apply, tools for counselling before and during the process to the child, the foster carer/parents and the biological parents of that child, if available. The IEC material for supporting the foster carer/parents on helpful tips, the rewards and challenges of a foster parent, and a summary card on steps on becoming a foster carer are also covered in the model foster care guidelines.

These Guidelines however do not cover Pre-adoption Foster Care as in such cases Guidelines Governing Adoption of Children, 2015 will apply. These Guidelines may be adopted or adapted as per the requirement of the State/UT.

India China Joint Exercise

The India China Combined Military Training Exercise Hand in Hand 2015 commenced on 12 Oct at Kunming Military Academy, Yunnan, China. The exercise concluded with a Joint Field Exercise followed by an impressive closing ceremony. Participating troops from both sides had trained together and learned from each other in mixed groups on Basic Individual Skills (combat boxing, basic mountaineering and shooting), Comprehensive Combat Skills (obstacle crossing, combat shooting, demolition, high intensity physical training) and unit/ sub unit tactics, especially in a counter terrorism scenario.

A joint field exercise depicting counter terrorist operations on India China border areas was held from 21 to 22 Oct to validate the exercise objectives. A series of challenging tactical situations were presented to validate the reactions of the sub-units and a very high level of professionalism and coordination was seen among troops of both the armies. The exercise was overlooked by the observer delegation of both countries who expressed satisfaction at level of assimilation achieved by the troops of both sides.

This was followed by the Closing Ceremony which commenced with an impressive parade by both contingents wherein national flags of both countries were brought on parade, followed by playing national anthems. The heads of observer delegation of both countries reviewed the parade and thereafter awarded certificates and medals to outstanding members of each others contingents.

Seventh Pay Commission: Civil Services Mentor Magazine - February - 2016

Seventh Pay Commission

Central Pay Commissions are periodically constituted to go into various issues of emoluments’ structure, retirement benefits and other service conditions of Central Government employees and to make recommendations on the changes required. The first pay commission was established on January , 1946, under the chairmanship of Srinivasa Varadachariar. Seventh pay commission was constituted in 2013 under the chairmanship of Justice A.K.Mathur. Commissions recommendation will be implemented from Jan 1,2016 onwards.

Seventh pay commission has been given following terms of reference:

  • To examine, review, evolve and recommend changes that are desirable and feasible regarding the principles that should govern the emoluments structure including pay, allowances and other facilities/benefits, in cash or kind, having regard to rationalization and simplification therein as well as the specialized needs of various Departments, agencies and services.

  • To examine, review, evolve and recommend changes that are desirable and feasible regarding principles that should govern the emoluments structure, concessions and facilities/benefits, in cash or kind, as well as retirement benefits of personnel belonging to the Defence Forces, having regard to historical and traditional parities, with due emphasis on aspects unique to these personnel.

  • To examine the existing schemes of payment of bonus, keeping in view, among other things, its bearing upon performance and productivity and make recommendations on the general principles, financial parameters and conditions for an appropriate incentive scheme to reward excellence in productivity, performance and integrity.

  • To review the variety of existing allowances presently available to employees in addition to pay and suggest their rationalization and simplification, with a view to ensuring that the pay structure is so designed as to take these into account.

  • To examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension in the case of employees who have retired prior to the date of effect of these recommendations, keeping in view that retirement benefits of all Central Government employees appointed on and after 01.01.2004 are covered by the New Pension Scheme (NPS).

COP 21: Civil Services Mentor Magazine - February - 2016

COP 21

Climate change is a phenomena which has engulfed life of every one across the world. Now climate of different gegraphical locations is behaving differently to how it used to behave previously. Islands are submurging inside the ocean, monsoon pattern is changing and crop yields etc. Global warming is the primary source of the climate change and green house gases are the main reason which are contributing towards the global warming. International Panel on Climate Change has concluded that majorly global warming is man made disaster. If temp. rise continues to be for long time then it leads to climate change. Increase in earth surface temperature has occured previously also but global warming term is generally attached to increase in temperature by green house gases. Scientists generally agree that the Earth’s surface has warmed by about 1 degree Fahrenheit in the past 140 years. Industrialised nations for the purpose of industrial growth have cut lot of trees, which has released lot of CO2 into the atmosphere, it is also the major reason for global warming.

International action against climate change started with earth summit of 1992. The UNFCCC is a “Rio Convention”, one of three adopted at the “Rio Earth Summit” in 1992. Its sister Rio Conventions are the UN Convention on Biological Diversity and the Convention to Combat Desertification. The UNFCCC entered into force on 21 March 1994. Today 195 countries have ratified the Convention are called Parties to the Convention. Preventing “dangerous” human interference with the climate system is the ultimate aim of the UNFCCC.The Conference of parties (COP) is the supreme decision-making body of the Convention. All States that are Parties to the Convention are also the members of the COP. COP decides about the policy for climate change and also whether policies are implemented properly or not.

At the COP in 1997 in kyoto, the Kyoto Protocol was agreed. Agreement commits its Parties by setting internationally binding emission reduction targets. Recognizing that developed countries are principally responsible for the current high levels of GHG emissions in the atmosphere as a result of more than 150 years of industrial activity, the Protocol places a heavier burden on developed nations under the principle of “common but differentiated responsibilities.” The Kyoto Protocol was adopted in Kyoto, Japan, on 11 December 1997 and entered into force on 16 February 2005. It divided countries into three groups of Annex I, Annex II and Annex III. Annex have industrialised nations and responsibility for reduction in GHG is with Annex I countries. Roadmap for Kyoto ended at 2012. COP tried to come up with roadmap for climate change after 2012 but they were not able to succed till Paris. Industrialized nations want that all countries should have the responsibility in reducing the emmission of GHGs. However developing nations want that since industrialized nations are historically responsible for this problem, so they should be made more responsible. Also developing nations wants their chance to grow and take crores of poor out from the poverty.

(Download) UPSC IAS Mains 2015: Statistics (Paper -1 & 2) Optional Question Paper

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Subject: Statistics (Paper -1 & 2) Optional

Exam Date: 23rd December 2015

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(Download) UPSC IAS Mains 2015: Physics (Paper -1 & 2) Optional Question Paper

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Subject: Physics (Paper -1 & 2) Optional

Exam Date: 23rd December 2015

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Analysis of IAS Mains 2015: General Studies Question Paper - I

Analysis of IAS Mains 2015: General Studies Question Paper - I

Each question carries 12.5 Marks (12.5×20 = 200 Marks )

GS Paper-I deals with Indian and World History, Art & Culture, Social Issues and Geography.

GS Mains Paper-1 2015
Art  and Culture 25
Freedom struggle 25
World History 25
Religion and Empowerment 37.5
Diversity, Globalization & Poverty 25
Gender 25
Geographical Features 50
Natural
Resources		 12.5
Urbanization and its Impact 25
Total 250

Art & Culture from Ancient to Modern Times

  • The ancient civilization in Indian sub-continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without a breakdown to the present day. Comment.
  • Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a tine aesthetic sense comparable to modem painting. Critically evaluate this comment.

History: Freedom Struggle

  • How different would have been the achievement of Indian independence without Mahatma Gandhi? Discuss.
  • It would have been difficult for the Constituent Assembly to complete its historic task of drafting the Constitution for Independent India in just three years but for the experience gained with the Government of India Act, 1935. Discuss.

World History

  • Why did the industrial revolution first occur in England? Discuss the quality of life of the people there during the industrialization. How does it compare with that in India at present?
  • To what extent can Germany be held responsible for causing the two World Wars? Discuss critically

(Download) UPSC IAS Mains 2015: Mechanical Engineering (Paper -1 & 2) Optional Question Paper

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Subject: Mechanical Engineering (Paper -1 & 2) Optional

(Download) UPSC IAS Mains 2015: Mathematics (Paper -1 & 2) Optional Question Paper

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Subject: Mathematics (Paper -1 & 2) Optional

Exam Date: 23rd December 2015

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(Download) UPSC IAS Mains 2015: Management (Paper -1 & 2) Optional Question Paper

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Subject: Management (Paper -1 & 2) Optional

Exam Date: 23rd December 2015

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(Download) UPSC IAS Mains 2015: Law (Paper -1 & 2) Optional Question Paper

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Subject: Law (Paper -1 & 2) Optional

Exam Date: 23rd December 2015

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Paper 1

SECTION ‘A’

Q1: Answer the following (each answer should be in about 150 words):

  1. What do you think is the form/nature of our Constitution — Federal, Unitary or Quasi-federal? The Members of the Drafting Committee call it federal, but many others would dispute this title. Critically examine the statement.10 marks
  2. What is ‘Constitutionalism’? Explain the said concept both in its negative and positive aspects in the,context of India’s tryst with ‘Constitutionalism’ and ‘Constitutional Governance’. 10 marks
  3. Article 13 makes the judiciary, and especially the Apex Court, as a guardian, protector and the interpreter of the Fundamental Rights. It confers a power as well as imposes an obligation on the Courts to declare law void if it is inconsistent with a Fundamental Right. Discuss.10 marks
  4. Explain the scope of the ‘Special Leave Jurisdiction’ of the Supreme Court as expounded by it. 10
  5. Examine the doctrine of separation of powers. Also mention the relevance of this doctrine in India. 10

Q2: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. The concept of ‘Reasonable Opportunity’ being a constitutional limitation on the doctrine of ‘Tenure Pleasure’, Parliament or State Legislature can make a law defining the content of ‘Reasonable Opportunity’ and prescribing procedure for affording the said opportunity to the accused government servant. Explain the concept with reference to leading cases.20.
  2. Explain and elucidate the meaning of the ‘Right to personal liberty’ as interpreted by the Supreme Court in Papanasam Labour Union v. Madura Coat Ltd. AIR 1995 S.C. 2200. Analyse critically the guidelines prescribed by the Hon’ble Supreme Court in this respect.15 Marks
  3. Define the term ‘public servant’. Also discuss the recruitment procedure of public servants in India. 15

Q3: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. Examine and elucidate the constitutional scope of the Ordinance making power of the President and the Governors in India.20
  2. A backward class cannot be identified only and exclusively with reference to economic criterion. A backward class may, however, be identified on the basis of occupation-cum-income without any reference to caste. There is no constitutional bar in the State categorising the backward classes as `backward’ and ‘more backward’. Do you agree with the statement? Give reasons.15 Marks
  3. What is ‘Public Interest Litigation’? What are the major facets of this form of litigation? Also discuss the limitations of this type of litigation.15 Marks

Q4: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. Define and distinguish between ‘Constituent power’, ‘Amending power’ and ‘Legislative power’. Give illustrations.20
  2. Do you agree with the statement that “all human rights are fundamental rights protected and recognised by the Constitution of India”. Discuss with reference to statutory provisions and case laws.15 Marks
  3. Enumerate the fundamental duties as provided in the Constitution of India. Also discuss the rationale behind the incorporation of fundamental duties in the Constitution of India later on.15 Marks

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SECTION ‘B’

Q5. Answer the following (each answer should be in about 150 words) :

  1. It is impossible to fix a precise date or period in history to mark the beginning of International Law as it predates recorded history. Critically examine the history, nature, scope and relevance of International Law in Contemporary International Society.10 marks

  2. International Law sets little or no limitation on the jurisdiction which a particular State may arrogate to itself. Explain the nature and scope of ‘State Jurisdiction’. Critically examine the principles of ‘State Jurisdiction’.10 marks

  3. Recognition confers the legal status of a State under International Law upon the entity seeking recognition. Important legal effects are being derived from recognition. Critically examine the statement 10

  4. International Treaties are agreement of contractual character between States or organisation of States creating legal rights and obligations between the parties. Examine the statement critically and explain the growing importance of Treaties in Modern International Law.10 marks

  5. What do you understand by the concept ‘Diplomatic Immunity’. What rules are provided under International Law in this respect. Discuss.10 marks

Q6: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. Explain the concept of `International Humanitarian Law’. How can it be achieved.? Critically examine the role of ‘The Hague’ and ‘The Geneva Convention’ in the development of Modern International Humanitarian Law.20

  2. `In several respects the TRIPS Agreement goes beyond the traditional GATT approach and further develops the law of International Trade’. Examine the important achievement of the Agreements on Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights. (TRIPS).15 Marks

  3. What ‘Fishery zone’? How it is different from ‘Exclusive Economic Zone’? Do you agree with the statement that ‘a coastal state has a special interest in the maintenance of the productivity of the living resources in any area of the high seas adjacent to its territorial sea’. Elucidate.15 Marks

Q7: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. What are the objectives, structure and functioning of World Trade Organisation? Does signing and ratifying WTO undermine the Parliamentary Autonomy of India? Discuss.20
  2. Trace the development of International Law relating to sovereignty over air-space. Critically examine the scope of legal control of use and abuse of outer space.15 Marks
  3. Define intervention and mention the grounds under which it is justified. Also throw light on the violations this principle of International Law.15 Marks

Q8: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. “Asylum stops as it were when extradition begins”. Comment. Also explain the various principles of extradition with reference to leading cases.20
  2. Define the concept of ‘opposability’ in the context of relationship between International Law and Municipal Law. Also discuss the relevance of this concept in modern times with special reference to India.15 Marks
  3. What is the importance and meaning of ‘Base Line’ under UN convention on Law of Sea 1982? How is it determined?15 Marks

Paper 2

Section A

Q1. Answer the following in about 150 words each. Support your answers with legal provisions and judicial pronouncements: 10×5=50

  1. What is meant by right of private defence? What are the general principles which form the basis of right of private defence?10
  2. Discuss various stages of crime. How is the stage of attempt punishable under the Indian Penal Code?10
  3. “The maxim is `volenti non fit injuria’ and not `scienti non fit injuria’.” Explain. 10
  4. “A tort is a specie of civil wrong.” Examine this definition and add other features to make it comprehensive.10
  5. “Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 is an important legislation to safeguard democracy in India.” Discuss.10

Q2: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. What are the constituent elements of crime? Elaborately discuss mens rea with relevant case law.20
  2. `A’ assaulted his wife by kicking her repeatedly on non-vital parts of her body. She fell down and became unconscious. In order to create an appearance that she had committed suicide he took up the unconscious body and thinking it to be a dead body hung it up by a rope. The post mortem examination showed that death was due to hanging. With the help of decided cases determine the culpability of A.20
  3. “The abetment of the illegal omission of an act may amount to an offence although the abettor may not himself be bound to do that act.” Explain and illustrate.10

Q3: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. “Criminal breach of trust and cheating are two distinct offences generally involving dishonest intention but mutually exclusive and different in basic concept.” Explain with the help of decided cases.20
  2. “Distinction between death caused by rash or negligent act under section 304-A and culpable homicide not amounting to murder under section 304 of the Indian Penal Code is fine, but if overlooked, can result in grave injustice.” Discuss.20
  3. “The age of a child must be considered in deciding whether it has been guilty of contributory negligence.” Discuss and refer to case law.10

Q4: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. “Although the decision of the Supreme Court in Kasturi Lal v. State of U.P. has not been overruled as such, yet for all practical purposes its force has been considerably reduced.” Elucidate.20

  2. W, wife of A was diagnosed to be suffering from toxic Epidermal Necrolysis. Doctor D was consulted who prescribed a long acting Cortico steroid `Depomedrol injection at a dose of 80 mg twice daily. Despite administration of this medicine her condition deteriorated rapidly and she died within a week. On expert opinion, it was found that the line of treatment followed by D is not supported by any school of medical thought and is in sheer ignorance of basic hazard relating to use of steroids. A files a complaint in Consumer Forum claiming Rupees 75 lakhs as damages for death of his wife W. D objects to the jurisdiction of the Consumer Forum and also pleads lack of negligence on his part. Decide.20

  3. “It is not necessary that in all cases of tort of defamation there must be a loss of reputation of the plaintiff.” Explain and illustrate.10

Section B

Q5. Answer the following (answer to each part must not exceed 150 words). Support your answer with relevant legal provisions and decided cases :10×5=50

  1. If a contract is broken, the law will endeavour so far as money can do it, to place the injured party in the same position as if the contract had been performed. Explain the above statement and discuss the principle court follows for assessment of damages.10

  2. “The procedure and qualifications for appointment of chairperson and members of Cyber Appellate Tribunal have been introduced to keep up the standards of Justice.” Comment.10

  3. Arbitration, as an alternate method of adjudication is acceptable to parties largely irrespective of the fact that access to court by the parties has been curbed drastically under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Explain.10

  4. The actual concept of partnership from ‘people sharing the profit’ to ‘mutual responsibility’ was the outcome of the decision in Cox V Hickman case. Elaborate.10

  5. “The liability of sub-agent towards principal is not direct, except in case of fraud and wilful wrong.” Explain giving reasons.10

Q6: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. X and Co. in its prospectus represented that A, B and C would be the directors of the company. This was true and on the basis of this P and Q applied for shares. However, before the allotment took place, there were changes in directors. Is the allotment of P and Q subject to their choice or it stands cancelled due to change in directors? Discuss.10
  2. stands as a surety for the good conduct of B, who is employed in a Bank on a monthly salary of Rs. 1,600. Three months after when the financial position of the bank deteriorated B. agreed to accept a monthly salary of Rs. 1,500. Two months after, it is discovered that B has been misappropriating cash all through. What is the liability of A as surety under the Indian Law?20
  3. Judiciary in India is impartial, hence can not be influenced by internal or external factors. In the light of this discuss how far media transgresses its limit and attempts to influence the judicial process.20

Q7: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. “Copyright is the right of the artist, author, producer of a film who have created a work by use of their artistic skills.” Examine infringement of copyright particularly relating to video piracy and the remedies available under the law.20
  2. The doctrine of “Public Trust” as propounded by Supreme Court has worked as an instrument for protection of Environment in India. Discuss.15
  3. Explain the scope of rule of “Caveat Emptor” in the expanding law of consumer protection.15

Q8: Answer following Questions (20 + 15 + 15 marks)

  1. “Right not to compete” is a right meant for promoting business through small groups called firms. Explain.20
  2. “By and large Lok-Adalats have failed in achieving the objects for which they were created.” Comment. And also suggest some measures to make this institution more effective.10
  3. Cyber-terrorism is a well organised transborder criminal act, hence a combined domestic law supported by a Global law may help to address the problem. Discuss.20

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