Tll 6th National Law Quiz Finals 2019

The appointment of A as the Governor of Tamil Nadu is absolutely valid because there is no constitutional requirement that a Governor must be a domiciled citizen of the state in which they are appointed. As long as A is a citizen of India, they are eligible for the position regardless of their domicile. The Constitution does not restrict the appointment of Governors based on their domicile, therefore A's appointment is valid.

Members of a Gram Panchayat are elected for a period of 5 years. This is the standard term for elected representatives in local government bodies in India. It allows for a reasonable amount of time for the elected members to implement their plans and policies, and also ensures regular elections to maintain accountability and provide opportunities for new candidates to participate in the democratic process.

A person who is not a member of Parliament can be appointed as a Minister by the President for a maximum period of 6 months. This time limit ensures that non-members of Parliament, who may not have the same level of accountability and responsibility as elected representatives, do not hold the position of Minister for an extended period of time. This allows for a balance of power and ensures that the government remains accountable to the elected representatives in Parliament.

Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code provided for the offence of Adultery. However, it was struck down by the Apex Court, meaning it is no longer valid or enforceable.

The Directive Principles of State Policy are provided under Articles 36-51 of the Indian Constitution. These principles are guidelines or instructions given to the state to promote the welfare of the people and establish a just society. They are not enforceable by any court but are considered fundamental in the governance of the country. These principles cover a wide range of areas such as social justice, economic welfare, international relations, and environmental protection.

Article 148 of the Indian Constitution provides for the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. The Comptroller and Auditor General is responsible for auditing the accounts of the Union and State governments and ensuring transparency and accountability in the financial management of public funds. This article establishes the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General as an independent authority, separate from the executive, to ensure impartiality in auditing government accounts.

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The minimum age requirement to become the Speaker of Lok Sabha is 25. This means that an individual must be at least 25 years old to hold the position of Speaker in the Lok Sabha, which is the lower house of the Indian Parliament.

A retired Judge from the Supreme Court is not allowed to practice law after retirement. This is because they have already served their tenure as a judge and are no longer eligible to practice in any court, including the Supreme Court.

Justice C.S. Karnan is the correct answer because he is the first Indian High Court judge to have been sentenced to imprisonment for contempt of Court. This landmark case occurred in 2017 when the Supreme Court of India found Justice Karnan guilty of contempt for making allegations against several judges without any evidence. He was sentenced to six months of imprisonment, making him the first sitting High Court judge to be imprisoned for contempt in the history of Indian judiciary.

The Official Languages Act 1963 extended the use of English as an official language along with Hindi, even after 15 years of the commencement of the Constitution. This act recognized the continued use of English for official purposes of the central government, even though Hindi was declared as the official language of the Indian government. This was done to ensure effective communication and administration in the diverse linguistic landscape of India.

Pondicherry and New Delhi send their members to the Council of States (Rajya Sabha). The Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India, and it represents the states and union territories. While Pondicherry is a Union Territory, New Delhi is the capital territory of India. Both territories have representation in the Rajya Sabha, allowing them to have a voice in the legislative process at the national level.

The Parliament of India consists of three main components: the House of People (also known as the Lok Sabha), the President, and the Council of States (also known as the Rajya Sabha). The House of People represents the people of India and is directly elected by them. The President is the head of state and is elected by an electoral college. The Council of States represents the states and union territories of India and its members are elected by the members of the State Legislative Assemblies. Therefore, the correct answer is "House of People, President, and Council of States."

Schedule 12 of the Constitution of India deals with Municipalities. This schedule contains provisions for the establishment, composition, powers, and functions of municipalities in the country. It outlines the powers and responsibilities of municipalities in areas such as urban planning, public health, sanitation, and local governance. The schedule also provides for the devolution of powers and functions to municipalities and the establishment of State Election Commissions to conduct municipal elections.

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The correct answer is Justice J.S. Verma Committee. This committee was formed in response to the horrific incident of Nirbhaya in 2012. The committee was tasked with reviewing the existing laws on sexual assault and recommending amendments to provide better protection for women. The committee's recommendations formed the basis for the 2013 Criminal Law Amendment, which introduced stricter punishments for sexual offenses and expanded the definition of sexual assault. The committee was headed by Justice J.S. Verma, a former Chief Justice of India, and its recommendations were widely regarded as a landmark in addressing issues of sexual violence in the country.

Ramnath Kovind is the correct answer because the statement mentions that the person was the Governor of Bihar before becoming the President of India. Ramnath Kovind fits this description as he served as the Governor of Bihar from 2015 to 2017 before being elected as the 14th President of India in 2017.

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The correct answer is National Commission for Backward Classes. The 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act 2018 granted Constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes. This means that the commission now has a legal framework and authority to safeguard the rights and interests of backward classes in India. The amendment aims to empower the commission to effectively address the issues faced by backward classes and promote their social and educational development.

The Supreme Court of India came into being on 28 January 1950. This is the date when the Constitution of India came into effect, and the Supreme Court was established as the highest judicial body in the country. Prior to this, the Federal Court of India served as the highest court. The establishment of the Supreme Court on 28 January 1950 marked a significant milestone in the Indian legal system and its independence from British rule.

The Constitution provides for the eligibility to be appointed to the Supreme Court of India, including the appointment of a distinguished jurist. The question asks in whose opinion the person should be considered a distinguished jurist. The correct answer is the President of India. This means that it is the President's opinion that determines whether someone is qualified to be appointed as a distinguished jurist to the Supreme Court.

Both Justice Aniruddha Bose and Justice A.S. Bopanna were recently recommended by the Supreme Court collegium to be appointed as Supreme Court Judges.

The child has not committed any offense because the question does not provide any information or evidence to suggest that the child intentionally killed the policemen. Without any indication of intent or wrongdoing on the part of the child, it cannot be assumed that the child has committed any offense.

The correct answer is Jamaica. Jamaica's Apex Court struck down the National Identification and Registration Act.

The total number of Members nominated by the President to both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha is 14. The President has the power to nominate 12 members to the Rajya Sabha and 2 members to the Lok Sabha. This ensures that the President has the ability to appoint individuals who bring diverse perspectives and expertise to the Parliament, enhancing its functioning and representation.

Justice Khehar did not form part of the majority in the decision to hold Triple Talaq unconstitutional.

The right to private defence allows individuals to protect themselves, their property, and others from imminent harm. However, this right is not available to aggressors, meaning that if someone initiates an attack or is the one starting the violence, they cannot claim the right to private defence. This limitation prevents individuals from using this right as an excuse to harm others without justification.

Ranjit Kumar was the preceding Solicitor General of India before Tushar Mehta was appointed in October 2018.

According to the Indian Constitution, a person can be disqualified from being elected as a Member of Parliament if they have voluntarily acquired citizenship of a foreign state, if they hold an office of profit under the state government, or if they are disqualified under the Tenth Schedule. However, being detained under the Preventive Detention Law is not one of the grounds for disqualification.

The motto of the Supreme Court of India is "Yato Dharmastato Jayah" which translates to "Where there is righteousness, there is victory." This motto reflects the core principle of the Supreme Court, which is to uphold justice and righteousness in all its decisions. It emphasizes the importance of following the path of righteousness and how it leads to victory in the pursuit of justice.

The word 'Socialist' was not removed from the Preamble of the Indian Constitution by any of the mentioned amendments. Therefore, the correct answer is 'None of the Above'.

The correct answer is "Can be of any offence." This statement is not a true element of a First Information Report (FIR) as per its definition. An FIR is a written document that is filed with the police to report the commission of a cognizable offense. It must be signed by the person giving it, and it is not necessary for it to be read over to the informant. However, an FIR cannot be of any offense, as it specifically pertains to cognizable offenses.

In the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament, there are a total of 543 seats. Out of these, 20 seats are reserved for the representatives from the Union Territories. Therefore, the correct answer is 20.

The 25th High Court of India was established on January 1, 2019.

The landmark ruling of A.R. Antulay v. R.S. Nayak 1988 did not hold that courts can go beyond their competent jurisdiction, even if justice is being done.

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Harivansh Singh is the present Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

Justice S.A. Bobde shall be appointed as the next Chief Justice of India after CJI Ranjan Gogoi's term expires on 17 November 2019.

Section 509 IPC is a compoundable offence as per CrPC. Compoundable offences are those offences where the complainant can enter into a compromise with the accused and withdraw the case. Section 509 IPC deals with the offence of word, gesture, or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman. This offence can be compounded if the complainant agrees to withdraw the case and enter into a compromise with the accused.

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The correct answer is 1. This means that the Triple Talaq Ordinance has been repromulgated once till date. Repromulgation refers to the reissuing of an ordinance by the President after the expiration of the previous ordinance.

The Indian Penal Code provides a definition of 'Person', which includes Company, Association, and Body of Persons. However, the word "Human Beings" is not included in the definition clause.

The distinguishing feature of the Rajya Sabha from the Legislative Council is the power of impeachment. The Rajya Sabha has the authority to impeach the President of India, while the Legislative Council does not possess this power. Impeachment is a process by which a high-ranking official can be removed from office for misconduct or violation of the constitution. This power gives the Rajya Sabha an important role in the checks and balances system of the Indian government.

The Governor of a state can nominate 1 member of the Anglo Indian Community to the Legislative Assembly of the state.

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Swapan Gopi is not one of the nominated Members of the Rajya Sabha. The question asks for the individual who is not a nominated member, and Swapan Gopi is the only option that does not belong to the Rajya Sabha.

Justice S.A. Bobde forms part of the present day Collegium of the Apex Court.

Justice Iyer was not on the Bench while deciding the Landmark Apex Court ruling - Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala.

The given question is asking which statute was not amended by the decision to remove leprosy as a ground for divorce in various Personal Laws. The correct answer is the Parsi Marriages Act. This means that the Parliament did not make any changes to the Parsi Marriages Act regarding the removal of leprosy as a ground for divorce.

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