MCQ 19 March 2025

Daily MCQs for Judiciary Prelims Exams - (19 March 2025)



Question/ Answer
Question1:- The doctrine of res ipsa loquitur is embodied in which section of the IEA, 1872?
  • (a) Section 6
  • (b) Section 32
  • (c) Section 106
  • (d) Section 93
Answer is c is correct. The doctrine of ‘res ipsa loquitur’ is embodied under Section 106 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 which deals with the burden of proof in cases where a fact is within the special knowledge of a person. Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.
Question2:- Section. 3(5) of B.N.S. creates
  • (a) Strict liability
  • (b) Distinct liability
  • (c) Both of above
  • (d) Neither of above
Answer is a is correct. Section-3(5) of B.N.S. which is based on common intention just provides the rule for determining the liability of person when the offence is committed by several person. It does not create the distinct offence. Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.
Question3:- Which section of BNS deals with enhanced punishment for offence under chapter X or chapter XVII after previous conviction?
  • (a) Section 12
  • (b) Section 13
  • (c) Section 11
  • (d) Section 14
Answer is b is correct. Section 13 of BNS, 2023. Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.
Question4:- The right to ‘equality before the law’ contained in Article 14 of the Constitution of India is available to:
  • (a) Natural persons only
  • (b) Legal persons only
  • (c) Citizens of India
  • (d) All persons whether natural or legal
Answer is d is correct. The right to ‘equality before the law’ contained in Article 14 of the Constitution of India is available to all persons whether natural or legal. Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.
Question5:- The expression ‘former suit’ in the context of rule of res judicata means a suit which has been
  • (a) Instituted prior to the suit in question.
  • (b) Decided prior to the suit in question.
  • (c) Both (a) and (b)
  • (d) Neither (a) nor (b)
Answer is b is correct. ‘Former suit’ in the context of rule of res judicata means a suit which has been decided prior to the suit in question. Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.