Think you’re ready for the toughest challenge? This set of 25 extreme-level Judiciary MCQs will test your concepts, accuracy, and exam readiness like never before. Perfect for APO and PCS-J aspirants.
1.A court wrongly decides an issue of fact and law. Applicability of res judicata:
A. Not applicable due to error
B. Applicable only to facts
C. Applicable even if decision is wrong
D. Not applicable to jurisdictional errors
Answer: C
2.Under CPC, rejection of plaint under Order 7 Rule 11:
A. Requires framing of issues
B. Can consider written statement
C. Must be decided only on plaint averments
D. Requires evidence
Answer: C
3.Under IPC, culpable homicide becomes murder when:
A. Death is caused
B. Intention is present
C. Case falls within Section 300 clauses
D. Knowledge is proved
Answer: C
4.Which is correct regarding FIR delay?
A. Always fatal
B. Never relevant
C. Must be explained
D. Leads to acquittal
Answer: C
5.Doctrine of pith and substance is used to:
A. Determine constitutionality
B. Resolve legislative competence conflicts
C. Interpret contracts
D. Determine criminal liability
Answer: B
6.Under Evidence Act, secondary evidence is admissible when:
A. Original is inconvenient
B. Original is lost or destroyed
C. Party prefers copies
D. Court permits generally
Answer: B
7.Which statement is correct about consideration?
A. Stranger to consideration cannot sue
B. Stranger to contract can sue
C. Consideration must move from promisee only
D. Consideration must be adequate
Answer: A
8.Under CPC, inherent powers under Section 151:
A. Override express provisions
B. Can be exercised when no remedy exists
C. Are unlimited
D. Apply only in execution
Answer: B
9.Under IPC, attempt begins when:
A. Preparation starts
B. Intention forms
C. Direct movement towards commission begins
D. Harm occurs
Answer: C
10.Under CrPC, police can investigate:
A. Only with court permission
B. Without court interference in cognizable offences
C. Only after FIR registration
D. Only after charge-sheet
Answer: B
11.Which is correct regarding dying declaration?
A. Must be recorded by Magistrate
B. Always requires corroboration
C. Can be sole basis of conviction
D. Must be written
Answer: C
12.Under Constitution, colorable legislation means:
A. Law with improper motive
B. Legislature exceeding competence indirectly
C. Administrative abuse
D. Judicial overreach
Answer: B
13.Which is NOT essential for valid contract?
A. Free consent
B. Lawful object
C. Intention to create legal relations
D. Written agreement
Answer: D
14.Under CPC, decree becomes final when:
A. Pronounced
B. Appeal filed
C. No appeal preferred within limitation
D. Execution starts
Answer: C
15.Under IPC, common intention requires:
A. Prior concert
B. Same intention
C. Similar act
D. Same knowledge
Answer: A
16.Under Evidence Act, burden of proof shifts:
A. Never
B. Always
C. On proof of initial facts
D. At discretion of court
Answer: C
17.Under CrPC, discharge differs from acquittal because:
A. No trial occurs
B. It is final judgment
C. It bars retrial
D. It is conviction
Answer: A
18.Which writ lies against private person?
A. Certiorari
B. Habeas Corpus
C. Mandamus
D. Prohibition
Answer: B
19.Under Limitation Act, acknowledgment:
A. Extends limitation
B. Cancels limitation
C. Bars suit
D. Is irrelevant
Answer: A
20.Under Contract Act, coercion includes:
A. Moral pressure
B. Threat of IPC offence
C. Economic duress only
D. Undue influence
Answer: B
21.Under IPC, insanity defence requires:
A. Medical insanity
B. Legal insanity at time of act
C. Past history
D. Expert opinion only
Answer: B
22.Under CPC, res sub judice applies when:
A. Same parties and same issue pending
B. Same court only
C. Same subject matter only
D. Same relief only
Answer: A
23.Under Evidence Act, estoppel prevents:
A. False evidence
B. Denial of previous statement
C. Admission of facts
D. Proof of facts
Answer: B
24.Under CrPC, bail once granted:
A. Cannot be cancelled
B. Can be cancelled on misuse
C. Is absolute right
D. Is permanent
Answer: B
25.Which maxim applies when law gives remedy?
A. Actus reus
B. Ubi jus ibi remedium
C. Nemo dat quod non habet
D. Res ipsa loquitur
Answer: B
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