UPSC Mains 2017 Law Optional Paper I questions

28 questions from the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2017. Official UPSC paper (PDF) · All Law Optional PYQs

Discuss the importance of 'Right to life and personal liberty' with reference to recent case laws.
10 marks
Is 'Secularism' an essential feature of the Constitution of India? Explain in the light of decided case laws.
10 marks
Elucidate the scope of the appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India under the constitution with regard to Criminal matters..
10 marks
Explain the phenomenon of tribunalisation of justice in India.
10 marks
Briefly explain the grounds on which administrative actions can be subjected to judicial review.
10 marks
What is the position of the Governor in a State? Examine the Pardoning Powers of the Governor under the Constitution. Is Pardoning Power, subject to judicial review?
20 marks
In view of the importance of Panchayat Raj institution in local governance, do you think the idea of prescribing educational qualification to contest local body election is undemocratic and incoherent?
15 marks
Explain the significance of the rule of 'AUDI ALTERAM PARTEM' in administrative decision making and state the circumstances under which 'post decisional hearing' can effectively satisfy the mandate of natural justice.
15 marks
Evaluate the constitutional provisions relating to administrative relation between the Union and the State with special emphasis on inter-governmental delegation of administrative power.
20 marks
Discuss the law relating to the powers of Parliament and State Legislatures to punish a person for breach of their privileges.
15 marks
Discuss the circumstances under which 'Financial Emergency' can be proclaimed by the President of India and effects thereof.
15 marks
Do you think the current trends in judicial activism in India are inconsistent with the Principles of Separation of Powers, which is considered to be one of the basic features of the Constitution?
20 marks
Examine the powers and role of Election Commission of India in conducting free and fair election.
15 marks
Do you think the institution of Lokpal, as envisaged under the Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013, is efficacious enough to curb corruption in India? State the inadequacies in the legislative framework, if any.
15 marks
What are the theories relating to relationship between International Law and Municipal Law? Elaborate.
10 marks
What are the factors that govern the recognition of insurgency and belligerancy?
10 marks
Does the International Court of Justice (ICJ) have the competence to determine its own jurisdiction? Discuss with case law.
10 marks
Define 'hijacking' and discuss the main provisions of the Hague Convention, 1970.
10 marks
Comment on the provisions relating to prohibition of use of force and exceptions thereto under
Define 'high seas'. Discuss in brief the provisions of the convention on high seas. Is freedom of fishing on high seas recognized?.
20 marks
The Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) is playing an important role in maintaining the stability of the global economy. Comment.
15 marks
Enumerate the various methods of Peaceful Settlement of International disputes. Elaborate on judicial settlement.
15 marks
What do you mean by "human environment'? Discuss the role of United Nations Organisation (UNO) in protecting and improving the human environment.
20 marks
Define 'Nationality'. What are the modes of acquisition and loss of nationality? What is the: position of nationality of married women?
15 marks
Discuss the provisions relating to amendment and modification of treaties under the Vienna Convention on Law of Treaties, 1969..
15 marks
Explain the main provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, 2017. Do you think it can lead to complete elimination of nuclear weapons?
20 marks
Discuss the scope of right of asylum under International Law and explain 'territorial' and "extra-territorial' asylum.
15 marks
Elucidate the fundamental principles of International Humanitarian Law as envisaged under International Conventions.
15 marks

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