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LUG-105 English and Legal Language 2023-24 · Odd Semester Examination, 2023-24

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Q1 (4x3.5=14)

  1. What is the significance of Language for Law?
  2. What are the defects in Legal Language?
  3. Explain the legal terms 'defamation' and 'Volenti non fit injuria'.
  4. What is the historical background of Law and Language?
  5. Write one word for the following:
    1. One who works without pay or allowance.
    2. A person who conceals himself from the process.
  6. Write a short paragraph on importance of Lok-Adalat.

Q2 (4x3.5=14)

  1. Use the following Legal Maxims:
    1. Audi alteram partem
    2. Habeas Corpus
  2. What do you mean by moot court?
  3. Match the following: Group B: A - Defendant; B - Plaintiff; C - Deponent; D - Applicant. Group A:
    1. Plaint
    2. Application
    3. Affidavit
    4. Written statement
  4. Differentiate between "plaintiff" and "defendant" in a legal case.
  5. Explain the concept of "due diligence" and its relevance in legal practice.
  6. What do you understand by compound and complex sentence?

Q3 (2x7=14)

  1. Write an essay on increasing corruption in India - need for control.
  2. Elaborate on the challenges faced by legal professionals in effectively communicating legal concepts to non-legal audiences.
  3. Write the History of Legal Language and the uses of Legal Language in India.

Q4 (2x7=14)

  1. Define the term "mens rea" and explain its significance in Criminal law.
  2. Describe the importance of legal terminology precision in contracts and agreements.
  3. Discuss the role and importance of statutory interpretation in the legal system, citing relevant examples.

Q5 (2x7=14)

  1. Translate from English to Hindi: "Article 1 of the Indian Constitution describes India as "A Union of States" and nowhere is the word "Federation" used in this Constitution. The framers of the Constitution wanted to gain experience from other countries. However they wanted also to secure benefits and advantages of a unitary system and hence some of the features are unitary in character. At best, the Indian System could be described as quasi-federal system or a federal Constitution with a strong unitary bent."
  2. Write a letter to the editor of a legal journal to accept an article for publication.
  3. Discuss the various characteristics of legal language.

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