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This question paper contains 3 printed pages]
O(KCS-J)9
Paper: III Compulsory Paper
Time Allowed: 3 hours] [Maximum Marks: 100
Note: Candidates are required· to answer five
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questions in all. QUestion No.1 is compulsory. Attempt four questions from and choosing on at from eacH Part.
Candidates are required to give reasons and mention relevant provisions and case laws in support of their answers.
Use of Bare Acts is not allowed.
The aJ1swer to each question or part thereof .should begin on a fresh page.
PART-A
1. Define kidnapping from lawful Guardianship and
di.,tinguish it from abduction. 5

Explain the concept of 'Plea bargaining'. 5
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Distinguish between 'Cognizable' and 'Non­cognizable' offences. Give appropriate
illustrations. 5



What is the extent of discretion of Magistrate in
issuing 'Process' When can a revision court
interfere 5



PART-B
2. What. are objects of sUilllm:.ry trials What
may be summarily tried and by whom
Give a brief account of general provisions relating
to Summary Trial. 10

Define 'Charge' and enumerate the contents of
.. charge. Is a defective charge necessarily fatal to conviction? Can a Court alter charge? If yes how
f
andupto what stage? 10
3. Explain the concept of 'Pair-Trial'. Examine how
far the code of Criminal procedure cont.ins this
concept. 10

Explain the provisions regarding maintenance. In
what respect the provisions relating to
maintenance, differ from similar provisions ill
family laws in India. 10

PART-C
4. What is fact in issue? Distinguish between fact in
issue and relevant' fact. illucidate YOl:r answer. 10



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is put on trial for the murder of his wife, by poisoning. Evidence is led to show that:

is of bad character


a former wife had died of poisoning


5. Who is an accomplice Under what circumstances a conviction can be based on the
testimony of an accomplice? 10
Distinguish between 'Admission' and
'Confession'. 10

PART-0
6.
"Homicide is genus, murder is a species". Explain. Discuss the degrees of punishment in cases of homicide. 20

7.
Define theft and extortion. When theft or extortion becomes robbery? Support your answer with decided Cases. 10


What is criminal breach of trust Illustrate your answer. 10