Prepare effectively for LL.M entrance exams with this advanced MCQ practice set consisting of 25 high-quality questions. This set integrates legal theory, landmark case laws, and core constitutional concepts, ensuring comprehensive syllabus coverage.
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1.Which theory of law considers law as command of sovereign backed by sanction?
A. Natural Law
B. Analytical Positivism
C. Historical School
D. Sociological School
Answer: B
2.“Grundnorm” is associated with:
A. Austin
B. Kelsen
C. Savigny
D. Hart
Answer: B
3.Which of the following is NOT a source of international law under Article 38 of ICJ Statute?
A. Treaties
B. Customs
C. Judicial decisions
D. Municipal statutes
Answer: D
4. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): Custom is a source of law.
Reason (R): Custom must be ancient, certain, and reasonable.
A. Both true, R explains A
B. Both true, not explanation
C. A true, R false
D. A false, R true
Answer: A
5.Which case is related to Basic Structure Doctrine?
A. Golaknath
B. Kesavananda Bharati
C. Minerva Mills
D. Maneka Gandhi
Answer: B
6.Doctrine of legitimate expectation is part of:
A. Criminal law
B. Administrative law
C. Constitutional law
D. Contract law
Answer: B
7.Which writ is preventive in nature?
A. Habeas Corpus
B. Mandamus
C. Prohibition
D. Certiorari
Answer: C
8. (Case-Based)
A law deprives personal liberty without fair procedure. It violates:
A. Article 14
B. Article 19
C. Article 21
D. Article 32
Answer: C
9.Which doctrine limits retrospective criminal liability?
A. Double jeopardy
B. Ex post facto
C. Estoppel
D. Res judicata
Answer: B
10.“Pacta sunt servanda” means:
A. Treaties must be honored
B. Treaties are void
C. Custom prevails
D. State immunity
Answer: A
11.Which case established “procedure established by law” must be fair?
A. A.K. Gopalan
B. Maneka Gandhi
C. Kesavananda Bharati
D. ADM Jabalpur
Answer: B
12. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): Judicial review is basic structure.
Reason (R): Courts can strike down unconstitutional laws.
A. Both true, R explains A
B. Both true, not explanation
C. A true, R false
D. A false, R true
Answer: A
13.Which school emphasizes Volksgeist?
A. Natural law
B. Historical school
C. Positivist
D. Realist
Answer: B
14.Doctrine of proportionality is applied in:
A. Criminal trials
B. Administrative decisions
C. Contract law
D. Property law
Answer: B
15.Which principle governs liability in international law?
A. Absolute liability
B. State responsibility
C. Strict liability
D. Vicarious liability
Answer: B
16. (Case-Based)
A person detained without trial challenges detention. Remedy?
A. Mandamus
B. Habeas Corpus
C. Certiorari
D. Prohibition
Answer: B
17.Which theory views law as tool of social engineering?
A. Austin
B. Pound
C. Kelsen
D. Hart
Answer: B
18.Which is NOT a feature of Rule of Law?
A. Supremacy of law
B. Equality before law
C. Arbitrary power
D. Legal certainty
Answer: C
19. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): International law lacks centralized enforcement.
Reason (R): There is no global sovereign.
A. Both true, R explains A
B. Both true, not explanation
C. A true, R false
D. A false, R true
Answer: A
20.Which case deals with right to privacy?
A. Kharak Singh
B. Puttaswamy
C. Vishaka
D. Navtej Johar
Answer: B
21.Which doctrine prevents courts from interfering in policy matters?
A. Separation of powers
B. Judicial restraint
C. Estoppel
D. Res judicata
Answer: B
22.Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right?
A. Right to equality
B. Right to property
C. Right to freedom
D. Right to life
Answer: B
23.Which case recognized sexual harassment guidelines?
A. Vishaka
B. Shayara Bano
C. Navtej Johar
D. S.R. Bommai
Answer: A
24.Which principle governs interpretation of statutes?
A. Literal rule
B. Golden rule
C. Mischief rule
D. All of the above
Answer: D
25.Which concept means law evolves with society?
A. Positivism
B. Sociological jurisprudence
C. Natural law
D. Analytical law
Answer: B
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