LUG-106 Substantial Law of Crime - BNS I 2024-25 · Odd Semester Examination, 2024-25
LLB
Q1 (7x2=14)
- Define actus reus and mens rea.
- Differentiate between intention and motive.
- Critically analyze the different theories of punishment. Which theory, in your opinion, is the most effective in modern criminal justice systems?
- What is negligence? Discuss the various theories of negligence and their application in criminal law.
Q2 (7x2=14)
- Explain the concept of 'private defense' as a general exception.
- Discuss the concept of 'consent' as a general exception.
- What is 'mistake of fact'? Discuss its scope and limitations as a defense under the BNS.
- Critically examine the concept of 'crime' as defined under the BNS. Discuss the essential elements of a crime.
Q3 (7x2=14)
- Explain the concept of 'abetment by conspiracy'.
- Can a person be punished for abetment if the main crime is not committed?
- Critically analyze the concept of 'conspiracy' as a mode of abetment. Discuss the elements of conspiracy and its implications in criminal law.
- What is 'instigation'? Discuss its scope and limitations as a mode of abetment.
Q4 (7x2=14)
- Explain the difference between 'assault' and 'criminal force'.
- Explain the elements of the offense of dowry death.
- Critically analyze the concept of 'sexual harassment' under the BNS. Discuss the elements of sexual harassment and its impact on women, with case laws.
- Critically examine the concept of 'rape' as defined under the BNS. Discuss the essential elements of rape and the challenges in proving the offense.
Q5 (7x2=14)
- Critically analyze the judgment in King v. Brijendra Kumar Ghosh.
- Analyze the legal issues raised in the Satyam Dubey v. Union of India case (Hathras rape case).
- Discuss the various kinds of punishments provided under the BNS.
- Critically examine the challenges in prosecuting dowry death and bigamy cases in India. Discuss the steps that can be taken to improve the conviction rate in such cases.
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