Boost your APO exam preparation with this advanced-level MCQ practice set comprising 25 carefully curated questions. This set integrates new conceptual problems, tricky legal scenarios, and previous year question patterns, ensuring complete syllabus coverage and exam relevance.
Each question is designed to test not just memory, but deep understanding of legal principles across criminal law, procedural laws, evidence, and core civil subjects. Ideal for candidates in their revision phase, this set helps improve accuracy, speed, and confidence for the actual exam.
Perfect for: APO aspirants seeking tough, exam-oriented practice and strong conceptual command.
1. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): FIR is not a substantive piece of evidence.
Reason (R): FIR can be used only for corroboration or contradiction.
A. Both A and R true, R explains A
B. Both true, but R not explanation
C. A true, R false
D. A false, R true
Answer: A
2. (Case-Based)
A gives a blow to B intending to cause death, but B survives due to timely treatment. A is liable for:
A. Hurt
B. Grievous hurt
C. Attempt to murder
D. No offence
Answer: C
3.Which statement is correct?
A. Jurisdiction can be waived by parties
B. Territorial jurisdiction can be waived
C. Pecuniary jurisdiction cannot be waived
D. Subject-matter jurisdiction can be waived
Answer: B
4. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): All confessions are admissions.
Reason (R): Admissions include statements suggesting inference of fact.
A. Both true, R explains A
B. Both true, but not explanation
C. A true, R false
D. A false, R true
Answer: B
5. (Case-Based)
A minor enters into a contract and later refuses to perform. The other party can:
A. Enforce contract
B. Claim damages
C. Get specific performance
D. No remedy
Answer: D
6.Which of the following is a conclusive proof under Evidence Act?
A. Presumption of innocence
B. Estoppel
C. Legitimacy of child born during marriage
D. Burden of proof
Answer: C
7.Under CrPC, charge can be altered:
A. Before judgment
B. Before trial only
C. After conviction
D. Never
Answer: A
8. (Case-Based)
A commits theft and while escaping uses force. The offence becomes:
A. Theft
B. Robbery
C. Dacoity
D. Criminal force
Answer: B
9. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): Motive is not essential to prove offence.
Reason (R): Direct evidence can prove guilt without motive.
A. Both true, R explains A
B. Both true, but not explanation
C. A true, R false
D. A false, R true
Answer: A
10.Which statement is correct?
A. Appeal lies only from decrees
B. Appeal is inherent right
C. Appeal must be expressly provided by law
D. Revision is superior to appeal
Answer: C
11.Which is NOT required for valid acceptance?
A. Communication
B. Absolute agreement
C. Conditional acceptance
D. Within reasonable time
Answer: C
12. (Case-Based)
A publishes defamatory statement about B. B proves no damage. Liability?
A. No liability
B. Criminal only
C. Civil liability still exists
D. Only nominal damages
Answer: C
13.Which statement is correct?
A. Burden of proof always on prosecution
B. Burden never shifts
C. Burden may shift during trial
D. Accused always proves innocence
Answer: C
14. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): Res judicata applies to execution proceedings.
Reason (R): It prevents multiplicity of litigation.
A. Both true, R explains A
B. Both true, not explanation
C. A true, R false
D. A false, R true
Answer: A
15.Which of the following is NOT an exception to nemo judex in causa sua?
A. Necessity
B. Waiver
C. Bias
D. Statutory authority
Answer: C
16. (Case-Based)
A gives consent under fear. Contract is:
A. Void
B. Voidable
C. Illegal
D. Valid
Answer: B
17.Which is correct?
A. FIR can be lodged after investigation
B. FIR must precede investigation
C. FIR is optional
D. FIR is evidence
Answer: B
18.Which statement is correct?
A. All torts are crimes
B. All crimes are torts
C. Some acts may be both
D. None
Answer: C
19. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): Double jeopardy applies only after conviction.
Reason (R): A person cannot be tried twice for same offence.
A. Both true, R explains A
B. Both true, not explanation
C. A false, R true
D. A true, R false
Answer: D
20.Which is NOT a stage of criminal trial?
A. Investigation
B. Inquiry
C. Trial
D. Execution
Answer: D
21. (Case-Based)
A gift is made but not accepted by donee. It is:
A. Valid
B. Void
C. Voidable
D. Illegal
Answer: B
22.Which of the following is correct?
A. Estoppel creates cause of action
B. Estoppel is rule of evidence
C. Estoppel applies only in criminal law
D. Estoppel is substantive law
Answer: B
23.Which is correct?
A. Mens rea required in all offences
B. Strict liability has no mens rea
C. Mens rea irrelevant everywhere
D. Mens rea only in civil law
Answer: B
24. (Case-Based)
A person enters property to save life of another. This is:
A. Trespass
B. Private defence
C. Necessity
D. Nuisance
Answer: C
25.Which statement is correct?
A. Review and appeal are same
B. Review lies only on error apparent
C. Revision is appeal
D. All are same
Answer: B
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