UPSC Law 2022

Answer the following questions in about 150 words each: (a) 'Absolute equality may itself be a cause of inequality.' In the light of this statement, discuss substantive equality.…

(a) "Amending power does not extend to damaging or destroying the basic structure or framework of our Constitution." Discuss. (20 marks) (b) Discuss the application of fundamental…

(a) Can the constitutional head of the State be truly described as the nerve-centre of the federal system? Explain in the light of powers and duties of the Governor. (20 marks) (b…

(a) In the Parliamentary system, though there is no separation between the legislature and the executive in terms of personnel, there is separation of functions between the two. E…

Answer the following questions in about 150 words each: (a) Keeping in view the growth of International Law in the contemporary era, do you think the classical definition of Inter…

(a) Critically examine various theories relating to the relationship between International Law and Municipal Law. (20 marks) (b) Elaborate various theories of State succession. (1…

(a) Describe the various powers and functions of the General Assembly. (20 marks) (b) Explain the maxim "Pacta Tertiis Nec Nocent Nec Prosunt" with relevant case laws. (15 marks)…

(a) When is an aircraft considered to be 'in flight' for the purposes of the Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Seizure of Aircraft? Delineate the obligations the said con…

Answer the following in about 150 words each. Support your answers with relevant legal provisions and judicial pronouncements : 10×5=50 (a) "The existence of mens rea along with c…

(a) The 'State Liability' under the Law of Tort has undergone metamorphosis. Explain with the help of case laws. (20 marks) (b) "The provisions of Section 149 of the IPC, 1860 rel…

(a) What do you understand by an 'unlawful assembly'? Discuss the circumstances when a lawful assembly becomes unlawful. Support your answer with suitable illustrations. (20 marks…

(a) Summarize the law relating to 'attempt to suicide' in India. How far the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 added new dimensions to the law of attempt to suicide in India? (20 marks)…

Answer the following in about 150 words each. Support your answers with relevant legal provisions and judicial pronouncements : 10×5=50 (a) "All the contracts are agreements, but…

(a) "The liability of a surety is coextensive with principal debtor, unless it is otherwise provided by the contract." Elucidate the statement by narrating the circumstances under…

(a) State the circumstances of supervening impossibility and frustration of contract in the light of the decided cases. (20 marks) (b) "The Information Technology Act, 2000 aimed…

(a) What are the essentials of an agency? How is an agency created and terminated under the Indian Contract Act, 1872? (20 marks) (b) "Time is an essence of the contract." What ar…