UPSC Civil Services Main 2022 Law Paper-II PDF

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  • Year 2022
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages Hindi & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Civil Services (Main) Exam
Year 2022
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Law Paper-II
Subject Law
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Descriptive / Subjective

This is the Law Paper-II for the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination held in 2022. The paper carries a maximum of 250 marks and is to be completed within three hours. It consists of eight descriptive questions divided into two sections. Candidates are required to answer five questions in total, with compulsory questions 1 and 5, and at least one from each section. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for a career in the Indian civil services, testing their in-depth knowledge of law and analytical abilities.

Major Topics Covered

  • Actus Reus
  • Mens Rea
  • Law of Tort
  • Damages
  • Indian Penal Code
  • Protection of Civil Rights Act
  • Right of Private Defence
  • Judicial Pronouncements
  • Legal Provisions

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM preparation
  • Helps understand the latest exam pattern
  • Useful for practice and self-assessment
  • Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
  • Helpful for analysing question trends

Related Resources

  • UPSC Civil Services (Main) Exam 2022 Law Paper-I
  • UPSC Civil Services (Main) Exam 2021 Law Paper-II
  • UPSC Civil Services (Main) Exam 2020 Law Paper-II
  • UPSC Civil Services Main 2022 Law Paper-II Answer Key
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Law Syllabus
  • Indian Penal Code Syllabus
  • Law of Torts Syllabus
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern

Instructions

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in two Sections and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
  • Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each Section.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
  • Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided.
  • No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.
  • Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.
  • Attempts of questions shall be counted in sequential order.
  • Unless struck off, attempt of a question shall be counted even if attempted partly.
  • Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off. [

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1. निम्नलिखित में से प्रत्येक का लगभग 150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिये। आपका उत्तर सुसंगत विधिक प्रावधानों और न्यायिक निर्णयों से समर्थित कीजिये :
Answer the following in about 150 words each. Support your answers with relevant legal provisions and judicial pronouncements :

(a) “ऐक्टस रिअस के साथ मेन्स रिया की उपस्थिति कृत्य को अपराध बनाती है।” व्याख्या कीजिये।

"The existence of mens rea along with commission of actus reus makes the act an offence." Explain.

(b) अपकृत्य विधि के अन्तर्गत प्रतिकर के अलावा कौन-से उपचार उपलब्ध हैं? उपयुक्त उदाहरणों के उद्धरण देते हुए विवेचन कीजिये।

What are the remedies available under the Law of Tort other than damages? Discuss by citing suitable illustrations.

(c) भारतीय दण्ड संहिता, 1860 की धाराएँ 326-A और 326-B की प्रभावशीलता का विश्लेषण कीजिये। लक्ष्मी बनाम भारत संघ के मामले, 2015 में भारत के सर्वोच्च न्यायालय ने क्या अतिरिक्त सुझाव दिये हैं?

Analyze the effectiveness of Sections 326-A and 326-B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. What additional suggestions have been made by the Supreme Court of India in Laxmi vs. Union of India Case in 2015?

(d) भारत में अस्पृश्यता नियंत्रण में सिविल अधिकार संरक्षण अधिनियम, 1955 की धारा 7-A कहाँ तक प्रभावी है?

How far has Section 7-A of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 been effective to control untouchability in India?

(e) प्राइवेट प्रतिरक्षा का अधिकार इस आधारभूत सिद्धान्त पर आधारित है कि स्वयं की सहायता मनुष्य का प्राथमिक कर्तव्य है, किन्तु यह अधिकार निर्बाध (पूर्ण) नहीं है। समझाइये।

The Right of Private Defence is based on the cardinal principle that it is the primary duty of man to help himself, but this right is not absolute. Explain.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Civil Services (Main) Exam.

What is the paper name?

The paper name is Law Paper-II.

Which year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2022.

Who conducts the Civil Services Main Exam?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Main Exam.

What is the maximum marks for Law Paper-II?

The maximum marks for Law Paper-II is 250.

What is the time allowed for Law Paper-II?

The time allowed for Law Paper-II is three hours.

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