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CLAT (Law)

Comprehensive CLAT preparation quiz covering contract law, constitutional law, criminal law, tort law, and international law through assertion-reason format questions testing fundamental legal principles and concepts relevant to the Common Law Admission Test.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): A bigamous marriage is void under the Hindu law.
Reason (R): A child born out of a void marriage is the legitimate child of his parent.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Nothing is an offence which causes slight harm.
Reason (R): Law does not take care of trivial.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Immunity under statutory authority is not only for the harm which is obvious, but also for that harm which is incidental.
Reason (R): When an act is done under the authority of an Act, it is a complete defense.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
  4. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Law of contract recently is facing a problem due to frequent use of contract of Adhesion.
Reason (R): One party to contract has no choice to negotiate, but to accept it.

  1. (A) is correct, but (R) is wrong.
  2. (A) is wrong, but (R) is correct.
  3. (A) and (R) are both correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  4. (A) and (R) are both correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Law cannot take account of everything that follows a wrongful act.
Reason (R): 'Causes of causes' or 'consequences of consequences' are outside the scope of liability.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true.
  2. Both (A) and (R) are false.
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Consideration need not be adequate.
Reason (R): Consideration need not be equal to the market value, but it must be something which the law would regard as having some value.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): A proclamation of emergency can be issued by the President if there is imminent danger of war or external aggression or armed rebellion.
Reason (R): The President can suspend the enforcement of all Fundamental Rights during the period of emergency.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): X and Y independently entertain the idea to kill Z. Accordingly, each of them separately inflicts wounds on Z. Z dies. X and Y can be tried jointly.
Reason (R): Two or more persons can be tried jointly if the act, resulting in an offence, is done in furtherance of a common intention.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): The Supreme Court is a Court of Record.
Reason (R): Once a court is made a Court of Record, its power to punish for its contempt necessarily follows from that position.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): There is a division of powers between the centre and the states in federalism.
Reason (R): A legislation is not invalid merely because it incidentally encroaches on matters which have been assigned to another legislature.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): When you invite somebody to your house, you cannot sue him/her for trespassing.
Reason (R): One cannot enforce a right which one has voluntarily waived or abandoned.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true and (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): It is the legal and constitutional duty of the State to provide legal aid to the poor.
Reason (R): No one shall be denied Justice because of his/her poverty.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Attempt to commit suicide is punishable under the Indian law.
Reason (R): Attempt to commit suicide is punishable under the English law.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is a good explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Collateral transaction to wagering agreement is not enforceable by law.
Reason (R): Wagering agreement is not illegal.

  1. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct.
  2. Assertion (A) is correct, but Reason (R) is wrong.
  3. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are wrong.
  4. Reason (R) is correct, but Assertion (A) is wrong.
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Law of Torts is concerned with the allocation and distribution of losses and awarding compensation to the victim.
Reason (R): This is a branch of law governing actions for damages for injuries to private legal rights.

  1. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct.
  2. Assertion (A) is correct, but Reason (R) is wrong.
  3. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are wrong.
  4. Reason (R) is correct, but Assertion (A) is wrong.
Question 16 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): The consequences of a wrongful act may be endless or there may be consequences.
Reason (R): The ‘Test of reasonable foresight’ is followed usually in such cases which is based on the Wagen Mound case.

  1. (A) is correct, but (R) is wrong.
  2. (R) is correct, but (A) is wrong.
  3. Both (A) and (R) are correct.
  4. Both (A) and (R) are wrong.
Question 17 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Ownership is not only a juridical concept, but also a social concept and an instrument of social policy.
Reason (R): The right of alienation is not a necessary incident of ownership.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 18 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): An accused person cannot be compelled to give his thumb impression, except for comparison.
Reason (R): It amounts to self incrimination.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) ate true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 19 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Statement (A): ‘A’ is accused of abetment to commit theft and 'B' has not committed any offence.
Reason (R): Abettor’s liability is not dependent on the liability of the principal offender.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 20 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Only states may be parties in cases before the International Court of Justice.
Reason (R): Non-parties may have access to the Court with the prior approval of the secretary-general.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 21 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Partial acceptance is not acceptance.
Reason (R): Acceptance must be absolute and unqualified.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are correct.
  2. Both (A) and (R) are wrong.
  3. (A) is correct, but (R) is wrong.
  4. (A) is wrong, but (R) is correct.
Question 22 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Every expression of willingness to enter into a contract is not an offer.
Reason (R): Sometimes an expression of willingness may be preliminary step in the formation of contract.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 23 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Ownership subject to condition subsequent is vested ownership.
Reason (R): Possession and ownership do not differ in their modes of acquisition.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of A.
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 24 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): "To promote and encourage respect for human rights" is one of the purposes of the United Nations.
Reason (R): The Charter of United Nations conceptualises, substantiates and spells out human rights which are to be promoted by the member States.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 25 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): For an Act of God to be an exception, there is to be working of the natural forces so unexpected that no human foresight or skill could reasonably be expected to anticipate it.
Reason (R): It is not an absolute exception and can be overlooked.

  1. (A) is correct, but (R) is wrong.
  2. (R) is correct, but (A) is wrong.
  3. Both (A) and (R) are correct.
  4. Both (A) and (R) are wrong.
Question 26 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Mere informal promises are not to be enforced.
Reason (R): Ordinary agreements coming up in social arrangements are only bare promises without any intention to create legal obligations.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true
Question 27 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Undue influence in a contract between a doctor and a patient can be presumed
Reason (R): The mental capacity of the patient is affected by the treatment of the doctor.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 28 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): X relying on misrepresentation in a prospectus agrees to purchase, but later, avoids the purchase.
Reason (R): A contract entered into by a person can be avoided at any time.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 29 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Money lent to a minor for luxuries cannot be recovered.
Reason (R): Lending money for luxuries to a minor is illegal.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 30 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Necessity knows no law.
Reason (R): Necessity does not justify the indiscriminate throwing of a passenger over board to save a sinking boat.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 31 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): An owner can take chattels from the other even if force is required to be used.
Reason (R): A person has a right of private defence of property.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 32 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Right of Private Defence extends to causing death if property sought to be protected is public property.
Reason (R): Public property must be protected at any cost.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 33 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): International law consists for the most part of customary rules.
Reason (R): Customary rules are the original and oldest source of international law.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 34 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Termination of service does not amount to retrenchment.
Reason (R): The amount of loss of retrenchment is more than the amount of termination.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 35 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): The Doctrine of Eclipse provides for the validation of Pre-Constitution Laws that violate fundamental rights upon the premise that such laws are not null and void ab initio, but become unenforceable only to the extent of such inconsistency with the fundamental rights
Reason (R): The Doctrine of Eclipse is applicable to pre-existing laws only.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 36 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Any law made in contravention of Part III (Fundamental Rights) clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, will be void.
Reason (R): The fundamental rights are the rights reserved by the people and for this reason they are eternal and sacrosanct.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 37 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Republic Day is celebrated on 26th January.
Reason (R): Indian constitution came into effect on 26th January, 1950.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 38 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): The person appointed as a Judge of High Court, must be in the opinion of the President, a distinguished jurist.
Reason (R): He must have held office for at least 10 years in territory of India.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 39 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): Even when there is no actual loss to a party on the breach of a contract; nominal compensation will be paid.
Reason (R): There is a right, so there should be a remedy.

  1. (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
  2. (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
  3. (A) and (R) both are right and (R) is the right explanation of (A).
  4. (A) and (R) both are right, but (R) is not the explanation of (A).
Question 40 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): All void agreements are not necessarily illegal.
Reason (R): Every illegal agreement is void.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 41 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Assertion (A): The right to life is available to all people.
Reason (R): It gives the right to live with human dignity and includes rights such as right to clean environment, water, education, health, livelihood, shelter and basic amenities that the state shall provide.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
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