FS UNIVERSITY

SHIKOHABAD - UTTAR PRADESH

Syllabus & Evaluation Scheme

of

Master of Laws

(Two Years LL.M. Degree Course)

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 FS University, Shikohabad (UP)
SYLLABUS & EVALUATION SCHEME

SUMMARY

PROGRAMME : Master of Laws (LL.M.)

DURATION : Two Years Full Time (Four Semesters)
MEDIUM : Hindi / English
MIN. ATTENDANCE : 75%
MAXIMUM CREDITS 74

ASSESSMENT SCHEME Sessional Marks Semester Marks Total Marks

30 70 100

SESSIONAL EVALUATION C.T. I C.T. II C.T.III Assignment Attendance Total

THEORY PAPERS (BEST TWO OUT Marks Marks Marks Marks Marks Marks
OF THREE) 10 10 10 05 05 30

EVALUATION OF PROJECT Sessional Marks Semester Marks Total Marks

REPORT/ PRACTICAL 30 70 100

DURATION OF EXAMINATION Sessional Semester Practical

1hr. 3hrs. 2hrs.

Eligibility for Admission in LL.M.:

The candidate should have passed Bachelors of Laws (LL.B.) examination (3 years/ 5 year’s
duration) with 45% marks for General/ OBC and 40% marks for SC/ST Candidates.
Maximum Duration of Course:
The maximum duration of two years LL.M. Course is 4 years.
Eligibility for qualifying the Examination:
To qualify the course, a student is required to secure 35% marks in individual paper and
minimum of 45% marks in aggregate including the Semester and Sessional Exam and 50%
marks should secure in practical/ viva- voce/ project work. A candidate who secures less than
45% marks in a course shall be deemed to have failed in that course. In case a student has
secured more than 35% marks in a semester, but obtained less than 45% marks in a semester, he/
she shall reappear in the course to achieve the required aggregate percentage (of 45%) in the
semester.
Carry over Papers: 04 theory/ practical/ project subjects.

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Examination Pattern:
Question Paper shall contain Ten questions. Students have to attempt any five questions out of
Ten questions. All questions shall carry equal marks (i.e.14 marks/ question). There shall be two
questions from each unit.

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 Course Structure

LL.M. I SEMESTER
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessional AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLM101 Legal Education & 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Research Methodology
2. LLM102 Indian Constitutional Law 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
3. LLM103 Legal Theory &Concepts 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
4. LLM104 Law & Social 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Transformation
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
5. LLM111 Project Work 0 0 8 0 30 30 70 100 4

LL.M.IISEMESTER
(IPR LAW GROUP)
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessinal AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLMIPR201
Intellectual 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Property Rights
2. LLMIPR202 Copyright Law & 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Neighboring Rights
3. LLMIPR203 Patent Law 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
4. LLMIPR212 Project Work 0 0 8 0 30 30 70 100 4
5. LLMIPR213 Viva- voce 0 0 4 0 30 30 70 100 2

LL.M.IISEMESTER
(CRIMINAL LAW GROUP)
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessinal AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLMCRI201 Criminal Law In 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
India
2. LLMCRI202 Criminology & 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Penology
3. LLMCRI203 Privileged Class 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Deviance
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
4. LLMCRI212 Project Work 0 0 8 0 30 30 70 100 4
5. LLMCRI213 Viva- voce 0 0 4 0 30 30 70 100 2

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 LL.M.IISEMESTER
(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW GROUP)
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessional AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLMCON201 Constitutionalism: 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Federalism &
Pluralism
2. LLMCON202 Mass Media Law 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
3. LLMCON203 National Security 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
&Public Order
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
4. LLMCON212 Project Work 0 0 8 0 30 30 70 100 4
5. LLMCON213 Viva- voce 0 0 2 0 30 30 70 100 2

LL.M.III SEMESTER
(IPR LAW GROUP)
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessional AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLMIPR301 Emerging Trends in 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
IPR
2. LLMIPR302 Law Relating To 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Design & GI Law
3. LLMIPR303 Trademark Law 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
4. LLMIPR314 Project Work 0 0 8 0 30 30 70 100 4
5. LLMIPR315 Viva- voce 0 0 4 0 30 30 70 100 2

LL.M.III SEMESTER
(CRIMINAL LAW GROUP)
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessional AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLMCRI301 Drugs Addiction 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
&Criminal
Justice System
2. LLMCRI302 Cyber Crime 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
3. LLMCRI303 Comparative 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Criminal
Procedure
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
4. LLMCRI314 Project Work 0 0 8 0 30 30 70 100 4
5. LLMCRI315 Viva- voce 0 0 4 0 30 30 70 100 2

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 LL.M.III SEMESTER
(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW GROUP)
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessional AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLMCON301 Administrative 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Law
2. LLMCON302 Comparative 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
Constitutional
Law
3. LLMCON303 Human Rights 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
4. LLMCON314 Project Work 0 0 8 0 30 30 70 100 4
5. LLMCON315 Viva- voce 0 0 4 0 30 30 70 100 2

LL.M.IVSEMESTER
Periods Evaluation Scheme
S.N. Paper Paper Name L T P Sessional AS+AT Total Sem Grand Credits
Code Exam Exam Total
THEORY
1. LLM401 Judicial Process 4 0 0 20 10 30 70 100 4
PRACTICAL/PROJECT
3. LLM416 Dissertation 0 0 2 0 0 100 200 300 12
4
4. LLM417 Viva- Voce 0 0 4 0 30 30 70 100 2

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 LL.M. I SEMESTER
Legal Education and Research Methodology

Paper code: LLM101 L-4, T-0, P-0, C-4

Objectives: The course will focus on the study of research; various steps, methods, tools and
techniques to attempt a research. It will also include various tools and techniques to collect the
primary and secondary data, which are very important to complete a research.

UNIT- I
Objectives of Legal Education, Methods of Teaching: Lecture, Discussion and Seminar Methods,
Clinical Legal Education (Legal Aid), Legal Literacy, Legal Survey & Legal Reforms.

UNIT- II
Meanings and Objectives of Research: Importance of Research, Kinds of Research: Historical,
Descriptive and Experimental Research, Doctrinal and Non-Doctrinal Research, Formulation of
Research Problems, Hypothesis: Importance, Meaning, Sources, types and Formation of
Hypothesis.

UNIT- III
Methodology: Tools and Techniques for Collection of Data, Collection of Case materials and
Juristic Literature, Use of Historical and Comparative Research Material and Use of
Questionnaire and interview, Census and Survey, Sampling: Types, Merits and Demerits.

UNIT- IV
Legal Research Design, Different Steps in writing of Research Report, Layout of Research
Writing, Determining Main Test, Conclusion and Observation and Footnotes, Abbreviation,
bibliography and Index etc.

Course Outcomes:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Learn the basic concept of legal research and various types of research.
2. Understand the various tools and techniques to collect the data related to legal research.
3. Differentiate between doctoral and non-doctoral research.
4. Acquaint the method of preparing a research work and use of bibliography, footnotes,
references etc.
Books:
1. S.K. Verma and M Afzal Wani, Legal Research and Methodology, India Law Institute,
New Delhi, 2001.
2. Prof. A. S. Dalal, Legal Research Methods in India, The Bright Law House, New Delhi,
2015.
3. Mosis L. Cohen &Morris L. Cohen, Kent C. Olson, Legal Research in Nutshell, West
Academic; 8th edition (July 1, 2003).
4. B.N. Ghosh, Scientific Method and Social Research, Sterling Publishers; 4th edition (2
February 2012).
5. C.K. Kothari, Research Methodology: Method and Techniques, New Age International,
2004.

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 6. Kent Olson, Principles of Legal Research, West Academic Publishing; 2nd edition (July
31, 2015).
7. Deepak Chawla &NeenaSondhi, Research Methodology: Concepts & Cases, Vikas
Publishing House; 2nd edition (2016).
8. J. Mouton and H. C. Marais, Basic Concepts in the Methodology of the Social
Sciences, CRC Press, 1990.
9. Ranjit Kumar, Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners, SAGE Pub.,
2010.
Web sources:
1. https://main.sci.gov.in/judgments
2. http://epgp.inflibnet.ac.in/epgpdata/uploads/epgp_content/law/09._research_methodology
/02._legal_research/et/8149_et_et.pdf

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. I SEMESTER
Indian Constitutional Law
Paper Code: LLM102 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4

Objective:The main objective of the paper is to develop a good understanding of the

Constitution and the law, which has developed through constitutional amendments, judicial
decisions, constitutional practice and conventions is, therefore, absolutely necessary for a student
of law. He must also know the genesis, nature and special features and be aware of the social,
political and economic influence on the Constitution.

UNIT – I
Indian Federalism: Nature of the Indian Constitution, Concept of federalism & Co- operative
Federalism, Comparative Study of the American, Canadian& Indian Federalism, Challenges
before Indian Constitution.

UNIT – II
Fundamental Rights: Right to Equality: Scope and new approach of Article 14, Freedom of
Speech and Expression; The Scope& extent of Freedom Speech & Expression, and its
Limitations, Changing dimensions of Right to Life and Personal Liberty.

UNIT– III
The Judiciary: The Supreme Court of India, Jurisdiction and Powers and Appointment and
Removal of the Judges of Supreme Court and its role as Guardian of the Constitution.

UNIT – IV
Amendment of the Indian Constitution and Basic Structure theory, Achievements, Failures and
Challenges before working of the Indian Constitution & Independence of Judiciary.

Distribution of Legislative Powers: The Scheme of the distribution in India, the Judicial
Approach and present position, and Special emphasis on Sarkaria and Venkatchalliah
Commission.

Course outcomes:

Students after completing this course will be able to:

1. Understand the emergence and evolution of Indian constitution.

2. Understand the structure and composition of Indian constitution
3. Understand and analyze the concept of federalism in Indian constitution.
4. Learn achievements and failures of the constitution.

Books:

1. H. R. Khanna, Making of the India`s Constitution, EBC, 2nd Ed., 2013.

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 2. A.V. Dicey, Introduction to the Study of Law of the Constitution, Read Books, 2009.
3. M.P. Jain, Indian Constitutional Law, Lexis Nexis, 8th Ed., 2018.
4. JN Pandey, Constitutional law of India, Central Law Agency Publication, Allahabad, 55th
Edition, 2018.
5. MP Jain, Indian Constitutional Law, Lexis Nexis publication, 7th Edition, 2014.
6. DD Basu, Introduction to the Constitution of India, Lexis Nexis Publication, 22 nd Edition,
2015.
7. Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Pal Singh (Revised), VN Shukla`s Constitution of India, 13th
Edition, 2017.
8. P. M. Bakshi, The Constitution of India, Universal Law Publisher, Delhi, 14th Edition,
2017.
9. Kailash Rai, Constitutional Law of India, CLA Publication, Allahabad, 11th Edition,
2015.
10. Subhash C. Kashyap, Our Constitution (Hindi/ English), National Book Trust, India, 5th
Edition, 2011.
11. K. C. Joshi, Constitutional Law of India, Central Law Pub., 3rd Edition, 2016.
12. Kush Kalra, Leading Judgments on Constitutional Law, Central Law Pub., 1st Edition,
2017.
13. The Constitution of India, 1950.

Web Sources:

1. http://legislative.gov.in/hi/constitution-of-india
2. http://www.academia.edu/Documents/in/constitution_of_India
3. https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3186574
4. https://www.preservearticles.com/education/what-are-some-of-the-significant-
achievements-of-indias-democracy/12433
5. https://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/essay/the-role-of-judiciary-in-india/32169
6. https://lawcorner.in/legislature-executive-and-judiciary/
7. https://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/essay/law-essay/judiciary-functions-importance-and-
an-essential-quality-of-judiciary/40352

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. I SEMESTER
Legal Theory & Concepts

Paper Code: LLM103L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: The prime objective of this paper is to explain the nature of law in its most general form
and provide a deeper understanding of legal reasoning, legal systems, legal institutions, and the
role of law in society.

Unit- I
Definition, Nature, and Scope of Legal Theory and Importance of the Study of the Legal Theory,
Analytical Positivism: Austin, Kelson and Hart and Savigny`s theory of Volkgiest and Maine`s
theory of Status to Contract.

Unit- II
Natural Law Theory and relationship Law & Morality, Philosophical theory- Kant &Hegal,
Theory of Social Engineering, American Realistic Theory, Critical Legal Studies, Feminism
School of jurisprudence.

Unit- III
Source of Law: Custom, Legislation and Precedents, Legal Rights and Duties,

Unit -IV

Concept, Theories & Kinds of Justice, Legal Personality, Possession, Ownership& Property.

Course Outcome:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand and appreciate the role of law in society;
2. Develop an analytical approach to understand the nature of law and the development of
legal system.
3. Answer fundamental questions about law.
4. Identify and elucidate several of the major preoccupations of legal theory.
5. Create an understanding of basic legal concepts like Rights, Possession, Ownership,
Liability, and Obligation which are basic to the study of Law.

Books:
1. Dr. N. V. Paranjapay, Jurisprudence and Legal Theory, CLA, 8th Ed., 2016.
2. VD Mahajan, Jurisprudence and Legal Theory, EBC Pub., 5th Ed. 2015.
3. Dr. Nomita Agarwal,Jurisprudence and Legal Theory, CLP, 2014.

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 4. Dr. B. N. Mani Tripathi, Jurisprudence (Legal Theory), Allahabad Law Agency, 2015.
5. M. P. Tandon, Jurisprudence (Legal Theory), ALA, 2015.
6. S.R. Myneni, Jurisprudence (Legal Theory), Asia Law House, 2nd Ed. 2013.
7. Dr. Anirudh Prashad, Jurisprudence,
8. P. J. fitzgerald, Salmond on Jurisprudence, Universal Law Pub., 12th Ed., 2012.
9. Dias, Jurisprudence, Lexis Nexis, 5th Ed., 2013.
10. S. N. Dhyani, Jurisprudence: A Study of Indian Legal Theory, Metropolitan Book Co.,
1972.

Web Sources:
1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. I SEMESTER
Law and Social Transformation

Paper Course: LLM104 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4

Objectives: The prime objective of this paper is to explain constitutional orientation and
response to social transformation. Further, it is designed to study and to examine the legal
framework as well as the functional aspects of various legal measures for bringing social
transformation through laws.

UNIT – I
Interaction of Law & Social Sciences, Law as an Instrument of Social Change, Impact of law on
Social Development, Law as a product of Tradition and Culture, Evolution of Law and Legal
Institution in India.
UNIT – II Religion, Community and the Law
Religion as a divisive factor or not, Freedom of Religion under Indian Constitution, Secularism
as a solution to the Problem, Constitutional Safeguards to Religious Minorities.
UNIT – III Women, Children and Law
Gender Injustice and its various forms, Empowerment of Women: Constitutional and Statutory
Provisions; Women’s Commission, Crimes against Women: legislative and judicial initiatives.
Child Labour, Sexual Exploitation of Children, Adoption and Related Problems in India and
Education.
UNIT – IV Language, Modernization and Law
Language as a divisive factor, Formation of Linguistic States, Language and the Indian
Constitution, Constitutional guarantee to linguistic Minorities.

Course Outcome:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand the importance of Law as an instrument of social change.
2. Know the Law as the product of traditions and culture.
3. Describe aspects of non-discrimination on the ground of language.
4. Identify affirmative actions necessary for social transformation
5. Analyze the impact of multiculturalism and ethnicity
6. Conceptualize modernization of law in social institutions.

Books:
1. Marc Galanter, Law and Society in Modern India, Oxford University Press, 1993.
2. P. Ishwara Bhat, Law & Social Transformation, Eastern Book Company, 1st Edition,
2012.
3. Krishna Pal Malik &Raval, Law & Social Transformation, Allahabad Law Agency; 4th Edition
(2014).
4. M.P. Jain- Outlines of Indian Legal History, N. M. Tripathi, 1981.

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 5. Adv. Sudhir J. Birje, Law, Social Transformation & Judicial Process in India- II,
AjitPrakashan.
6. G. P. Tripathi, Law & Social Transformation, Central Law Publication, 1st Ed., 2015.
7. Agnes Flavia- Law and Gender Inequality: The Politics of Women’s Rights in India.

Web sources:
1. http://legislative.gov.in/sites/default/files/COI-updated.pdf
2. https://indiankanoon.org/
3. https://main.sci.gov.in/judgments
4. http://legislative.gov.in/documents/list-of-central-acts

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 LL.M. I SEMESTER
Project Work
Paper Code: LLM111L-3,T-0,P-2,C-4
Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a report. A faculty to act as supervisor would be assigned to the
student by the Director/ Principal/Head ofDepartment.

2. Students will have to complete the report within 10-12 weeks. For this work no exemption from
attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing report will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The report prepared by the student will be titled as project work. The report should be based on
primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned by the
Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should support
it with foot noting.

5. The report should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the
research/ project work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily
60 – 80 typed pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing.
Two neatly typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the
college. The report will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research/ project work under his/her
guidance should be attached with the report.

7. The report will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be done
will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the project
and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by the
examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall be
as follows:
Internal (30) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (70) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.

8. The format of the report is given below:

a. Cover page
b. Preface
c. Acknowledgement
d. Index
e. Objective of the project work undertaken
f. Literature Review
g. Project / Research Methodology
h. Results and Analysis
i. Conclusions
j. References
k. Appendices – to include questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER (IPR LAW)
Intellectual Property Rights
Paper Code: LLMIPR201L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: Law of Intellectual Property Rights is the area of law that deals with protection of the
rights of those who creates original work. It covers everything from original plays and novels to
inventions and trademark or company identification marks. The objective of the study is to
encourage new technologies, artistic expression and inventions while promoting economic
growth and knowledge of the subject.

UNIT I
Nature, Concept and Meaning of Intellectual Property Rights, Origin and Development of IPR,
Concept of Property vis-à-vis Intellectual Property, Property theories: Natural Theory, Lockes’
Theory of property, Utilitarian, Incentive theory, Social and Economic development and Role of
IPR.

UNIT II
International protection regime of Intellectual Property Rights: Background, UPOV, WTO
Regime, Paris Convention, Berne Convention, Rome Convention, Patent Co-operation Treaty,
Post WTO Regime- TRIPS.

UNIT III
National protection regime of Intellectual Property Rights: Background and Components of IPR
protection, Challenges for IPR Protection, Role of Government in Protection, Benefit Sharing
and Commercial Application of IPR and Concept of Sustainable Development.

UNIT IV
Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights: Civil, Administrative procedures and Remedies,
Provisional Measures, Special Requirements Related to Border Measures, Dispute Prevention
and Settlement, Rules and Procedure Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

Course Outcome:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand the meaning and concept of IPRs.
2. Understand the National protection regime of Intellectual Property Rights.
3. Understand Registration process of various IPRs.
4. Working procedure of International instruments and treaties.

Books:
1. Phillipe Culet,Intellectual Property Protection and Sustainable Development, Lexis Nexis
Butterworths, 2005.

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 2. W R Cornish& Llewelyn, Intellectual Property: Patents, Copyright, Trademarks & Allied Rights,
Sweet &Mexwell, 2003.
3. UNCTAD- ICTSD, Resource book on Trips and Development, Cambridge University Press,
2005.
4. P. Narayanan, Intellectual Property Law, Eastern Law House, 3rd Ed., 2017.
5. M. K. Bhandari, Law to Intellectual Property Rights, Central Law Publication, 4th Ed., 2014.
6. J. P. Mishra, Intellectual Property (Hindi), Central Law Publication, 3rg Ed., 2013.
7. Dr. S. R. Mynani, Law of Intellectual Property Rights, Asia Law House, 7th Ed., 2014.
8. B. L. Wadhera, Law relating to IP, Universal Law Publishing Com., 5th Ed., 2017.
9. Sabanna Talwar, WTO & Intellectual Property Rights, Serials, 1st Ed. 2008.
10. Intellectual Property Rights Bare Act.

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER (IPR LAW)
Copyright and Neighbouring Rights

Paper Code: LLMIPR202 L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: Copyright and Neighbouring Rights is the area of law that deals with protection of the
rights of those who creates original work. It covers everything from original plays and novels to
artistic and dramatic work. The objective of the study is to encourage new Literary, Artistic
work, Dramatic, Musical, and Cinematographic Films, Sound Recording, while promoting
economic growth and knowledge of the subject.

UNIT I
Historical Background of the Copyright, Nature and Scope of Copyright Law and Neighboring
Rights, Determination of Ownership and Rights of Owner.

UNIT II
Subject Matter and Ownership of Copyright Works: Literary, Artistic work, Dramatic, Musical,
and Cinematographic Films, Sound Recording, Duration, Assignment and Licences of
Copyright, Economic and Moral Rights of Copyright Owners.

UNIT III
Performers Rights and Historical Development of Performers Rights:- Nature and Scope,
Economic and Moral Rights of Performers and Exception of Performers Rights for Broadcast
Reproduction and Infringement.

UNIT IV
Infringement of Copyright- Mode of Infringement of various Copyright Works, Infringement of
Neighboring Rights, Remedies of infringement of Copyright under National and International
perspective, Preventive and Compensatory Civil remedies- Criminal Remedies and
administrative Remedies, Passing out.

Course Outcomes:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand concept of copyright and performers rights.
2. Understand its registration process, rights, remedies in case of infringement, its economic
value etc.
3. Apply the knowledge practically.
4. Learn the working procedure of International instruments and treaties.
5. Develop an insight for the further study of IPRs.

Books :

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 1. International Copyrights and neighbouring Rights: Steohen M steward( London, 1983).
2. Phillipe Culet,Intellectual Property Protection and Sustainable Development, Lexis Nexis
Butterworths, 2005.
3. W R Cornish & Llewelyn, Intellectual Property: Patents, Copyright, Trademarks &
Allied Rights, Sweet &Mexwell, 2003.
4. UNCTAD- ICTSD, Resource book on Trips and Development, Cambridge University
Press, 2005.
5. P. Narayanan, Intellectual Property Law, Eastern Law House, 3rd Ed., 2017.
6. M. K. Bhandari, Law to Intellectual Property Rights, Central Law Publication, 4th Ed.,
2014.
7. J. P. Mishra, Intellectual Property (Hindi), Central Law Publication, 3rg Ed., 2013.
8. Dr. S. R. Mynani, Law of Intellectual Property Rights, Asia Law House, 7th Ed., 2014.
9. B. L. Wadhera, Law relating to IP, Universal Law Publishing Com., 5th Ed., 2017.
10. Sabanna Talwar, WTO & Intellectual Property Rights, Serials, 1st Ed. 2008.
11. Intellectual Property Rights Bare Act.

Web Sources:
1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER(IPR LAW)
Patent Law
Paper Code: LLMIPR203 L-4,T-2,P-0,C-4
Objective: Patent is a privilege of making, manufacturing, selling or using the invention and also
a right to authorize others to do so. Bearing knowledge about patent is highly required for a
scholar opting for intellectual property as specialization. The sole objective of this course is to
provide ample knowledge regarding patent.

UNIT I
Evolution and History of the Patent Law in U.K and Development of Patent Law in India: Paris
Convention, GATT, TRIPs Agreement and amendments in Indian Patent Law, Salient features
and Characteristic of Patent Law.

UNIT II
Patentable and non- Patentable Subject Matters, Procedure for obtaining Patent Protection:
Patent specification, Refusal, Opposition Proceedings, Powers & Duties of Registrar and
Registration& Grant of Patent.

UNIT III
Rights and Obligation of Patentee, Assignment, Transfer, Surrender, Revocation and Restoration
of Patent, Licences, Compulsory Licences.

UNIT IV
Infringement of Patent, Remedies for infringement, Injection, Compensation, Burden of Proof,
Appellate Board, Sanctions.

Course Outcomes:

Students after completing this course will be able to:

1. Understand meaning of Patent and its historical background.
2. Learn Subject matter of patent law,
3. Understand the procedure of filling the patent registration application
4. Know Rights of Patent holder.

Books:

1. V. K Ahuja, “Law Relating to Intellectual Property Rights” Butterworths Wadhwa, Nagpur, 2009.
2. Dr. B. L Wadehra, “Law relating to Intellectual Protection”, 4th Ed., Universal Law Pub. Co.
3. P. Narayan, “Intellectual Property Law”, 3rd ed. Eastern Law House, 2006.

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 4. S. K. Verma and Raman Mittal, “Intellectual property Rights: A Global Vision”, Indian Law
Institute.
5. Dr. G.B Reddy, “Intellectual property Rights: A Global Vision and the Law” 7th ed., Gogia Law
Agency, 2008.

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

Web Sources:
1. https://indiankanoon.org/
2. https://main.sci.gov.in/judgments
3. http://legislative.gov.in/documents/list-of-central-acts
4. https://www.wipo.int/export/sites/www/patent-law/en/pdf/plt_explanatory_notes.pdf

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER (IPR LAW)
PROJECT WORK

Paper Code: LLMIPR212L-3,T-0,P-2,C-4

Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a report. A faculty to act as supervisor would be assigned to the
student by the Director/ Principal/Head of Department.

2. Students will have to complete the report within 10-12 weeks. For this work no exemption from
attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing report will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The report prepared by the student will be titled as project work. The report should be based on
primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned by the
Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should support
it with foot noting.

5. The report should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the
research/ project work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily
60 – 80 typed pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing.
Two neatly typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the
college. The report will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research/ project work under his/her
guidance should be attached with the report.

7. The report will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be done
will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the project
and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by the
examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall be
as follows:
Internal (30) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (70) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
8. The format of the report is given below:
a. Cover page
b. Preface
c. Acknowledgement
d. Index
e. Objective of the project work undertaken
f. Literature Review
g. Project / Research Methodology
h. Results and Analysis
i. Conclusions
j. References
k. Appendices – to include questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER (IPR LAW)
Viva-Voce
Paper Code: LLMIPR213L-0,T-0,P-8,C-4
Guidelines:
1. The viva-voce is scheduled to be held at the end of the Semester.
2. This is also to see the articulation of what is being learnt by them and see their relevance
in thepractical field.
3. The student shall be assessed out of 100 marks, 70 by external and 30 by internal
examiner. The internal marks will be awarded by taking the presentation of the student
followed by questions asked from their presentation in the class on any topic in front of a
panel of at least three faculty member appointed by the Director/ Principal of the College.
4. The marks will be awarded by the external examiner appointed, by the examination
division.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Criminal Law in India
Paper Code: LLMCRI201 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4
Objective: The present course is designed to allow the students to examine the fundamental
principles of crime and criminal liabilities and relevant substantive law prevalent in India.

Unit – I Introduction of Criminal Law

1. Crime and Criminal Law
2. Elements of Crime: Mens-rea, Recklessness, Negligence; Relevance of Motive; Strict
Liability, Joint and Constructive Liability.

Unit – II Inchoate Crimes

1. Attempt
2. Criminal Conspiracy
3. Abetment

Unit – III Defences

1. Mistake
2. Necessity
3. Infancy
4. Unsoundness of Mind
5. Intoxication
6. Consent
7. Compulsion by threat
8. Private Defence

Unit – IV Specific Offences

1. Offences against Human Body.
2. Offences against Property.
3. Offences against Marriage.
4. Offence against state.

Course outcome:
After completing the subject students will be able to:
1. Analyze the historical background of the Indian criminal system.
2. Acquire in depth knowledge on substantive criminal law in India.
3. Understand concept of crime its kinds and punishment.
4. Understand and appreciate the role of law in society.
5. Understand and exercise legal rights and remedies and be aware of one’s duties within
the legal framework.

Books:

1. O.P. Srivastva: Fundamental of Criminal Law, Eastern Book Co., 6th Ed. (Rep) 2016.
2. Prof. S.N. Mishra, Indian Penal Law, Central Law Publication, 20th Ed., 2016.
3. K.D. Gaur: Textbook on Criminal Law, Universal Law Publication, 6th Ed., 2016.

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 4. Prof. (Dr.) Chandrasekharan Pillai, PSA Pillai`s Criminal Law, Lexis Nexis, 13th Ed.,
2017.
5. Hari Singh Gaur, Indian Penal Code, Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., 15th Ed., 2015.
6. N. V. Paranjapee, Indian Penal Code, Central Law Publication, 3rd Ed. 2016.
7. Dr. Bassanti Lal Babel, General principles of Criminal Law (Hindi), 1st Ed, 2011.
8. Raja Ram Yadav, Bhartiya Dand Sanhita, Central Law Publication, 7th Ed. 2015.
9. Murlidhar Chaturvedi, Bhartiya Dand Sanhita, EBC Pub., 9th Ed., 2017.
10. Dr. N.V. Paranjape, Bhartiya Dand Sanhita, Central Law Publication, 7th Ed., 2013.
11. The Indian Penal Code, 1860.

Web sources:
1. https://www.lloydlawcollege.edu.in/blog/criminal-law.html
2. https://www.outlookindia.com/website/story/opinion-is-criminal-law-a-lost-cause-in-
india/357603
3. https://www.toppr.com/guides/legal-aptitude/indian-penal-code/codification-of-law-
of-crime-in-india/
4. https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf=ALeKk00mmn8FQ1qtCHTgNksShq3_UF_tR
w:1601488981554&q=new+developments+in+criminal+laws+in+india&sa=X&ved=
2ahUKEwi1ru2uu5HsAhWU
5. https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf=ALeKk00mmn8FQ1qtCHTgNksShq3_UF_tR
w:1601488981554&q=new+developments+in+criminal+laws+in+india&sa=X&ved=
2ahUKEwi1ru2uu5HsAhWU

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Criminology& Penology

Paper Code: LLMCRI202L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: The course offers a specialist understanding of criminal policies including theories of
punishment, their supposed philosophical and sociological justifications and the problem of
exercise of discretion in sentencing.

Unit – I Concept of Criminology

Definition, Nature, Scope and Utility of Criminology, Criminology and Criminal Law, Factors
responsible for Causation of Crime.

Unit – II Schools & Theories

Schools of Criminology: Lombroso and others, Hereditary and Mental Retardation causes,
Sociological theories, Anomies, modern Sociological Theories: Sutherland`s Differential
Association Theory, Reckless Social Vulnerable theory and Multiple Causation theory.

Unit – III Punishment

Concept and Theories of Punishment, Constitutionality and Relevancy of Death Sentence and
Essentials of an ideal system of Penal Policy.
Treatment of Offenders: Prison System Constitutional Imperatives and Prison Reforms, Re-
socialization Process: Probation and Parole

Unit IV Victimology
Concept and Definition, and Statutory Provisions. Theories of Victimology, Restoration,
Remedies and Compensatory Relief Scheme for Crime Victims.

Course outcome:
After completing the subject students will be able to:
1. Understand concept of Criminology, Penology and victimology.
2. Understand various Schools & Theories of Criminology, Penology.
3. Understand the Concept and Theories of Punishment.
4. Understand Prison System Constitutional Imperatives and Prison Reforms.

Books:
1. Dr. N. V. Paranjapae, Criminology, Penology & Victimology, CLP, 17th Ed., 2017.
2. Edited by Kuadri, A.Siddique`s , Criminology & Penology, EBC, 6th Ed., 2009.

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 3. Rajendra K. Sharma, Criminology & Penology, Atlantic, 1998.
4. Mohanti, Textbook of Criminology, Penology & Victimology, Himallya Publishing
House, 1st Ed., 2011.

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Privileged Class Deviance
Paper Code: LLMCRI203 L-4,T-2,P-0,C-4
Objectives: This course of Privileged Class Deviancies designed to focus on the relation between
privilege, power and deviant behaviour. The traditional approaches which highlight white collar offences,
socio-economic offences or crimes of powerful deal mainly deal with the deviance of the economically
resourceful. The dimension of deviance associated with the bureaucracy, the new rich, religious leaders
and organisations, professional classes are to be addressed.

Unit – I Introduction
Meaning and Theories of Deviance, Notion of Privilege Class Deviance: Issues and problems,
Indian approaches to socio- economic offences, Conceptions of White Collar Crimes.

Unit – II Police Deviance

Legal restraint on police powers in India, Unconstitutionality of "third-degree" methods and use
of fatal force by police, Encounter killings, Police atrocities, The plea of superior orders, Rape
and related forms of gender-based aggression by police and para-military forces and Reform
suggestions especially by the National Police Commissions.

Unit- III Professional Deviance

Unethical practices at the Indian bar, The Press Council on Unprofessional and Unethical
Journalism and Medical Malpractice.
Conception of Official Deviances, Permissible limits of Discretionary Powers.

Unit- IV Indian Legal System and Deviance of Privileged Classes

Vigilance Commission, Public Accounts Committee, Ombudsman, Commissions of Enquiry and
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947.
Course outcome:
After completing the subject students will be able to:
1. Understand concept of Privileged Class Deviance.
2. Understand various Theories and kinds of Deviance.
3. Understand the constitution and working of various commission and committee.

Books:
1. Dr. Sheetal Kanwal & Dr. Farhat Khan,Privileged Class Deviance, Amar Law
Publication, 1st Ed., 2014.
2. S. V. Vaidya, Privileged Class Deviance, ALA Publication, Sujata Law Books Pvt. Ltd.,
2014.

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Project Work
Paper Code: LLMCRI212L-3,T-0,P-2,C-4
Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a report. A faculty to act as supervisor would be assigned to the
student by the Director/ Principal/Head of Department.

2. Students will have to complete the report within 10-12 weeks. For this work no exemption from
attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing report will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The report prepared by the student will be titled as project work. The report should be based on
primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned by the
Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should support
it with foot noting.

5. The report should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the
research/ project work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily
60 – 80 typed pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing.
Two neatly typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the
college. The report will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research/ project work under his/her
guidance should be attached with the report.

7. The report will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be done
will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the project
and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by the
examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall be
as follows:
Internal (30) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (70) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
8. The format of the report is given below:
a. Cover page
b. Preface
c. Acknowledgement
d. Index
e. Objective of the project work undertaken
f. Literature Review
g. Project / Research Methodology
h. Results and Analysis
i. Conclusions
j. References
k. Appendices – to include questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M.II SEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Viva-Voce
Paper Code: LLMCRI213L-0,T-0,P-8,C-4

Guidelines:
1. The viva-voce is scheduled to be held at the end of the Semester.
2. This is also to see the articulation of what is being learnt by them and see their relevance
in thePractical field.
3. The student shall be assessed out of 100 marks, 70 by external and 30 by internal
examiner. The internal marks will be awarded by taking the presentation of the student
followed by questions asked from their presentation in the class on any topic in front of a
panel of at least three faculty member appointed by the Director/ Principal of the College.
4. The marks will be awarded by the external examiner appointed, by the examination
division.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Constitutionalism:Federalism and Pluralism
Paper Code: LLMCON201 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4
Objective: The Course is designed to acquaint students with the basic principles of Constitution and
Constitutionalism, Federalism and Pluralism.

Unit – I Constitutionalism
Constitution and Constitutionalism: meaning & Scope, Concept of Limited Government and
limitation on Governmental Power, Historical evolution of Constitutional Government in India &
England, Rule of Law: Concept & new horizons, Separation of power: concept & applicability to
Indian & England.

Unit – III Federalism

Federalism: Meaning & Development, Structure of Indian Constitution, New trends of
Federalism: Co-operative Federalism and Indian Central Control vs. State Autonomy, Dynamics
of Federalism with American and Canadian Position.

Unit – III Pluralism

Pluralistic Society: Ethnic, Linguistic, Cultural and Political Pluralism, Freedom of Speech and
Expression, Rights of Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Compensatory discrimination for
Backward Classes and Schedule Tribes, Uniform Civil Code, Dalit Perspective and
Developmental Perspective.

Unit – IV
Justice Delivery System in India: Judicial Review and Judicial Activism, Judicial Reforms in
India.

Course outcome:

After completing the subject students will be able to:

1. Understand the system of government and the fundamental principles governing its
organization stipulated under the Constitution of India.
2. Understanding the intent of the framers of the Constitution and its interpretation in the
context of balancing Justice, Rights and Governance.
3. Understand the meaning, nature and concept of federalism, its essential features and be
able to familiarize with the Indian federal structure and its status quo in the contemporary
era.

Books:
1. A.V. Dicey, Introduction to the Study of Law of the Constitution, Read Books, 2009.

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 2. M.P. Jain, Indian Constitutional Law, Lexis Nexis, 8th Ed., 2018.
3. JN Pandey, Constitutional law of India, Central Law Agency Publication, Allahabad, 55th
Edition, 2018.
4. MP Jain, Indian Constitutional Law, Lexis Nexis publication, 7th Edition, 2014.
5. DD Basu, Introduction to the Constitution of India, Lexis Nexis Publication, 22 nd Edition,
2015.
6. Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Pal Singh (Revised), VN Shukla`s Constitution of India, 13th
Edition, 2017.
7. P. M. Bakshi, The Constitution of India, Universal Law Publisher, Delhi, 14th Edition,
2017.
8. Kailash Rai, Constitutional Law of India, CLA Publication, Allahabad, 11th Edition,
2015.
9. Subhash C. Kashyap, Our Constitution (Hindi/ English), National Book Trust, India, 5th
Edition, 2011.
10. Dr. Basanti Lal Babel, Bharat ka Sambhidhan, Central Law Publication, 14th Edition,
2016.
11. K. C. Joshi, Constitutional Law of India, Central Law Pub., 3rd Edition, 2016.
12. Kush Kalra, Leading Judgments on Constitutional Law, Central Law Pub., 1st Edition,
2017.
13. The Constitution of India, 1950.

Web Sources:

1. http://legislative.gov.in/hi/constitution-of-india
2. http://www.academia.edu/Documents/in/constitution_of_India
3. https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3186574
4. https://www.preservearticles.com/education/what-are-some-of-the-significant-
achievements-of-indias-democracy/12433
5. https://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/essay/the-role-of-judiciary-in-india/32169
6. https://lawcorner.in/legislature-executive-and-judiciary/
7. https://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/essay/law-essay/judiciary-functions-
importance-and-an-essential-quality-of-judiciary/40352

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. II SEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Mass Media Law
Paper Code: LLMCON202L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4
Objective: Mass Media law presents a wonderful opportunity to explore the many competing
rights and interests in society as the rights to free expression, information, and a free media
compete with other important rights including reputation, a fair trial, privacy, confidentiality,
intellectual property and national security.

Unit –I
Mass Media: Concept, Theories of mass media, types and importance, historical overview of
Press, Freedom of Press, Free Press vis-à-vis freedom of Speech & Expression, Various Aspect
of Freedom of Press, Media & Parliamentary Privilege.

Unit – II
Press Freedom absolute or not, Restrictions on Freedom of Press, Concepts of Obscenity,
Blasphemy, Defamation, Sedition, Intimation, Insult & Annoyance.

Unit- III
Constitutionality of Censorship,Censorship on Films, The Cinematograph Act 1952: Salient
features, Film Certificate Board: Constitution, Rights & Duties, Certification of Films for Public
Exhibition, Regulation of exhibition.

Unit- IV
Commercial Advertisement & Commercial Speech, Electronic Broadcasting Media (Radio &
Television), Press Council Act 1978: Salient features, Constitution, Powers and Functions, Role
of Social Media, Its Benefits & Losses.

Course outcome:

After completing the subject students will be able to:

1. Identifying and assessing risks in publishing in the digital era.

2. Understand Concept and Theories of mass media.
3. Explore the many competing rights and interests in society.
4. Know about Free Press vis-à-vis freedom of Speech & Expression.
5. Understand Constitutionality of Censorship.
Books:
1. Vijay Malik, Law for Cinemas, Videos & Computer Programmes,EBC, 7th Ed., 1996.
2. M.P. Jain, Constitutional Law of India, Wadhwa, 1994.
3. H. M. Seervai- Constitutional Law of India: A Critical Commentary, N. M. Tripathi Pvt.
Ltd., 2nd Ed., 1977.
5. Rajeev Dhavan, Published & be Damned- Censorship & Intolerance in India, Tulika
Books, 2018.

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 6. Rajeev Dhavan, Only the Good News: On the Law of the press in India, South Asia
Books, 1987.
7. Soli Sorabje,Emergency, Censorship and the Press in India (1975-77), Writers &
Scholars Educational Trust, 1977.
8. Justice E.S. Venkaramiah, Freedom of Press: Some Recent Trends (1984).
9. D D. Basu,The Law of Press of India (1980).
10. Dr. S. R. Myneni, Media Law with Right to Information Act. Asia Law House, 2 nd Ed.,
2016.

Web Sources:
1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. IISEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
National Security and Public Order
Paper Code: LLMCON203L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: The course focuses upon the various dimensions of national legislations relating to
National Security and Public Order.

UNIT I
National Security and Public Order: Concept and Meaning, Constitutional validity of Emergency
Detention in England and India and Effects upon Civil and Constitutional Liberties of Orders.

UNIT II
Indian Constitution; Preventive and Safeguards Provisions, Constitution of Special Courts and
Powers and Procedure.

UNIT III
National Legislations:COFEPOSA, National Security Act, Salient Features, Merits
&Demeritsand Special Courts and Tribunals and Martial law; Special Features and Provisions,
Rights and claim of Detained Person and Governmental piousness.

UNIT IV
Proclamation of Emergency and Suspension of the Fundamental Rights, Suspension of Article
19, Presidents Right to Suspend, Right to Move Court, Article-21- Special Importance: Its non-
Suspendibility, Suspendibility- 44th Amendment, Judicial Review of the Constitutional(44th
Amendment Act, 1978 and the Constitutional (59th Amendment) Act, 1988.

Course outcome:

After completing the subject students will be able to:

1. Understand Concept and Meaning of National Security and Public Order.

2. Know National Legislations relating to National Security and Public Order.
3. Understand Constitutional validity of Emergency & Detention and their effects upon
Civil and Constitutional Liberties.
Books:
1. G.O Koppell- The Emergency, the Courts and Indian Democracy.
2. H.M Seervai- The Emergency, Future Safeguards and the Habeas Corpus.
3. International Commission of Jurists, status of Emergency and Human Rights.
4. N.C Chatterjee and Parmeshwar Rao, Emergency and the Law, Asia Publishing House, 1966.

Web Sources:

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 1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. IISEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Project Work
Paper Code: LLMCON212L-3,T-0,P-2,C-4
Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a report. A faculty to act as supervisor would be assigned to the
student by the Director/ Principal/Head of Department.

2. Students will have to complete the report within 10-12 weeks. For this work no exemption from
attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing report will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The report prepared by the student will be titled as project work. The report should be based on
primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned by the
Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should support
it with foot noting.

5. The report should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the
research/ project work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily
60 – 80 typed pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing.
Two neatly typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the
college. The report will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research/ project work under his/her
guidance should be attached with the report.

7. The report will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be done
will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the project
and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by the
examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall be
as follows:
Internal (30) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (70) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
8. The format of the report is given below:
a. Cover page
b. Preface
c. Acknowledgement
d. Index
e. Objective of the project work undertaken
f. Literature Review
g. Project / Research Methodology
h. Results and Analysis
i. Conclusions
j. References
k. Appendices – to include questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M. IISEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Viva-Voce
Paper Code: LLMCON213 L-0,T-0,P-8,C-4

Guidelines:
1. The viva-voce is scheduled to be held at the end of the Semester.
2. This is also to see the articulation of what is being learnt by them and see their relevance in
thepractical field.
3. The student shall be assessed out of 100 marks, 70 by external and 30 by internal examiner. The
internal marks will be awarded by taking the presentation of the student followed by questions
asked from their presentation in the class on any topic in front of a panel of at least three faculty
member appointed by the Director/ Principal of the College.
4. The marks will be awarded by the external examiner appointed, by the examination division.

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 LL.M. IIISEMESTER(IPR LAW GROUP)
Emerging Trends in IPR

Paper Code: LLMIPR301L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: The course focuses upon the various emerging trends in IPRS such as Computer
Software,Plant Varieties & Biological Diversity and Traditional Knowledge.

Unit- IComputer Software

Copyright Protection of Software, Patentability of Software, and Intellectual Property Protection
in Cyberspace, Trademark and the Internet: Domain Names, Copyright and the Internet:
Computer Programs, Computer Program Language and Electronic Signatures.

Unit – II Plant Varieties & Biological Diversity

Protection of Plant Varieties: Objective, Policy and Objectives of Protection and Farmers Rights
Act; Protection Authority, National register of Plant Varieties, Procedure for Registration, Rights
and Privileges, Benefit Sharing, Compensation to Communities, Compulsory License, Relief
against Infringement and National Gene Fund. The Convention on Biological Diversity: Concept
and its importance, Biodiversity and Sustainable Development, Genetic Resources and
Biotechnology.

Unit- IIITraditional Knowledge

Traditional Knowledge:Meaning, Nature of TK, Importance of Protection of TK, Issues
Concerning to Protection of Traditional Knowledge, Benefit Sharing, Sui Generis System,
Traditional Knowledge Digital Library, Protection in India & International Conventions.

Unit – IV Intellectual Property Rights and Human Rights

Intellectual Property Rights: Right to Health and Right to Food, Genetically Modified Crops and
Environmental Rights.

Course outcome:

After completing the subject students will be able to:

1. Understand Copyright Protection of Software

2. Understand Protection of Plant Varieties
3. Understand Traditional Knowledge
4. Understand Intellectual Property Rights and Human Rights

Books:
1. Dr. Elizabeth Varkey- Traditional Knowledge & The Changing Scenario in India.

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 2. Amit Jha, Traditional Knowledge System in India, Atlantic, 2002.
3. Nidhi Kaushal, Traditional Knowledge in the IP Protection, University of Toranto, 2012.
4. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge, Vol. 8(2), April 2009.
5. Plant Varieties Protection Act, 1970.
6. The Convention on Biological Diversity Act. 2002.

Web Sources:
1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER(IPR LAW GROUP)
Law Relating to Design and GI Law
Paper Code: LLMIPR302 L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4
Objective: Law relating to Designs and GI Law is a part of Intellectual Property Rights Law,
which enables a person to claim remedies in case of infringement of his registered Industrial
Design and GI. It regulates the Legal Rights and Duties of Intellectual Property owner. The
objective of study is to enable the students to understand the meaning, background, registration
process, infringement and remedies regarding Design and GI.

Unit-I
Historical Background, Introduction, Industrial Designs before TRIPs, Industrial Designs after
TRIPs, Emerging Issues: Protection of Security of India, International Reciprocal Arrangement.
Unit-II
Registration of Designs, Copyright in Registered Designs, Refusal to Register Designs and
Infringement & Remedies: Piracy of Registered Designs, Remedies, Power & Duties of
Controller.

Unit III
Historical Background, Introduction, International Evolution of Geographical Indication, and
Indication of Source: Appellations of Origin (Paris Convention, Madrid Agreement, Lisbon
Agreement and TRIPs), Emerging Issues: Genericide of Geographical Indication and Article 23
of TRIPs Controversy.

Unit-IV
Registration of Geographical Indication, Effect of Registration and Infringement & Remedies:
Infringement and Passing off of Geographical Indication, Remedies & Procedure, Comparative
Analysis, Comparative Analysis of Geographical Indication Law in India & France.

Course Outcome:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand concept of Industrial Designs and Geographical Indication.
2. Understand their registration process, rights, remedies in case of infringement, their
economic value etc.
3. Learn the working procedure of International instruments andtreaties.
4. Apply the knowledge practically.
5. Develop an insight for the further study of IPRs.

Books:
1. Phillipe Culet,Intellectual Property Protection and Sustainable Development, Lexis Nexis
Butterworths, 2005.
2. W R Cornish & Llewelyn, Intellectual Property: Patents, Copyright, Trademarks & Allied Rights,
Sweet &Mexwell, 2003.

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 3. UNCTAD- ICTSD, Resource book on Trips and Development, Cambridge University Press,
2005.
4. P. Narayanan, Intellectual Property Law, Eastern Law House, 3rd Ed., 2017.
5. M. K. Bhandari, Law to Intellectual Property Rights, Central Law Publication, 4th Ed., 2014.
6. J. P. Mishra, Intellectual Property (Hindi), Central Law Publication, 3rg Ed., 2013.
7. Dr. S. R. Mynani, Law of Intellectual Property Rights, Asia Law House, 7th Ed., 2014.
8. B. L. Wadhera, Law relating to IP, Universal Law Publishing Com., 5th Ed., 2017.
9. Sabanna Talwar, WTO & Intellectual Property Rights, Serials, 1st Ed. 2008.
10. Intellectual Property Rights Bare Act.

Web Sources:
1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER (IPR LAW GROUP)
Trademark Law
Paper Code: LLMIPR303 L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: Trademark Law is a part of Intellectual Property Rights Law, which enables a person to claim
remedies in case of infringement of his registered Trademark Law. It regulates the Legal Rights and
Duties of Intellectual Property owner. The objective of study is to enable the students to understand the
meaning, background, registration process, infringement and remedies regarding Trademark Law.

UNIT I
Evolution and Development of Trademark Law, Definitions: Goods, Service, Collective Marks, Well
Known Mark, Trade Mark, Trade Name, Design Name, Trade Mark and Service Mark, Objects and
Salient features of Trademark Law.

UNIT II
Trade Mark Registrar, Jurisdiction of Trade Mark Registrar, Powers and Duties of Registrar, Registration
of Trade Mark and Grounds of Refusal.

UNIT III
Rights of Trademark Owner, Assignment and Transmission, Rectification of Register, Licences of
Trademark and Registered users, Concept of Dilution.

UNIT IV
Infringement of Trademark, Passing Off, Remedies, Appellate Board and Sanctions.

Course Outcome:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand concept of trademark.
2. Understand its registration process, rights, remedies in case of infringement, its economic
value etc.
3. Apply the knowledge practically.
4. Learn the working procedure of International instruments and treaties.
5. Develop an insight for the further study of IPRs.

Books:
1. V. K Ahuja, “Law Relating to Intellectual Property Rights” Butterworths Wadhwa, Nagpur, 2009.
2. Dr. B. L Wadehra, “Law relating to Intellectual Protection”, 4th Ed., Universal Law Pub. Co.
3. S. K. Verma and Raman Mittal, “Intellectual property Rights: A Global Vision”, Indian Law Institute.
4. Dr. G.B Reddy, “Intellectual property Rights: A Global Vision and the Law” 7th ed., Gogia Law Agency,
2008.
5. Phillipe Culet,Intellectual Property Protection and Sustainable Development, Lexis Nexis
Butterworths, 2005.

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 6. W R Cornish & Llewelyn, Intellectual Property: Patents, Copyright, Trademarks & Allied Rights,
Sweet &Mexwell, 2003.
7. UNCTAD- ICTSD, Resource book on Trips and Development, Cambridge University Press,
2005.
8. P. Narayanan, Intellectual Property Law, Eastern Law House, 3rd Ed., 2017.
9. M. K. Bhandari, Law to Intellectual Property Rights, Central Law Publication, 4th Ed., 2014.
10. J. P. Mishra, Intellectual Property (Hindi), Central Law Publication, 3rg Ed., 2013.
11. Dr. S. R. Mynani, Law of Intellectual Property Rights, Asia Law House, 7th Ed., 2014.
12. B. L. Wadhera, Law relating to IP, Universal Law Publishing Com., 5th Ed., 2017.
13. Sabanna Talwar, WTO & Intellectual Property Rights, Serials, 1st Ed. 2008.
14. Intellectual Property Rights Bare Act.

Web Sources:
1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER (IPR LAW GROUP)
Project Work

Paper Code: LLMIPR314 L-3,T-0,P-2,C-4

Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a report. A faculty to act as supervisor would be assigned to the
student by the Director/ Principal/Head of Department.

2. Students will have to complete the report within 10-12 weeks. For this work no exemption from
attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing report will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The report prepared by the student will be titled as project work. The report should be based on
primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned by the
Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should support
it with foot noting.

5. The report should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the
research/ project work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily
60 – 80 typed pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing.
Two neatly typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the
college. The report will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research/ project work under his/her
guidance should be attached with the report.

7. The report will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be done
will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the project
and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by the
examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall be
as follows:
Internal (30) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (70) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
8. The format of the report is given below:
a. Cover page
b. Preface
c. Acknowledgement
d. Index
e. Objective of the project work undertaken
f. Literature Review
g. Project / Research Methodology
h. Results and Analysis
i. Conclusions
j. References
k. Appendices – to include questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M. IIISEMESTER(IPR LAW GROUP)
Viva-Voce

Paper Code: LLMIPR315L-0,T-0,P-8,C-4

Guidelines:

1. The viva-voce is scheduled to be held at the end of the Semester.

2. This is also to see the articulation of what is being learnt by them and see their relevance
in the practical field.
3. The student shall be assessed out of 100 marks, 70 by external and 30 by internal
examiner. The internal marks will be awarded by taking the presentation of the student
followed by questions asked from their presentation in the class on any topic in front of a
panel of at least three faculty member appointed by the Director/ Principal of the College.
4. The marks will be awarded by the external examiner appointed, by the examination
division.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER (CRIMINAL LAW)
Drugs Addiction & Criminal Justice System
Paper Code: LLMCRI301 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4

Objective: This course will intend to provide the knowledge of drug problem and its historical
background. It will also focus on the various provisions to control and regulate the illicit drug
trafficking, sale, production, harvesting or exchange of any psychotropic substance or narcotic
drugs.

Unit: Introduction
Problem of drug addiction, Analysis of the background and different convention related to
control of drug trafficking, Causes of drug addiction.

Unit II: India Regulatory System

Penal provisions under the IPC, Custom Act & Narcotics, Drugs and Psychotropic Substances
Act, 1985, Procedure and punishment under NDPS Act.

Unit III: Analysis of the development made in NDPS Act for making in it more human
right friendly
Amendments of the NDPS Act, 1985 and their effects, Human right protection, Judicial
approaches to sentencing in Drug trafficking and Abuse, Analysis of the background, text and
operation of the single convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961, U.N. Convention against illicit
trafficking in NDPS, 1998

Unit IV: Role of community in combating Drug Abuse

Role of educational system, Role of medical profession, Law reform initiatives.

Course Outcome:
Students completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand Problem of drug addiction in India.
2. Acquaint the knowledge about various narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances and
also the control mechanism of illicit drug abuse.
3. Understand various law regulating drugs in India.
4. Understand need of various International conventions held for Drug control.
5. Understand the role of UN, education and medical professionals to control the drug
abuse.

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Books:

1. Dr. Sheetal Kenwal, Drug Addiction, Criminal Justice & Human Rights, Amar Law. Publication.
2. Dr. Farhat Khan, Drug Addiction, Criminal Justice & Human Rights, Amar Law. Publication.
3. J.A. Incard - Drugs and Criminal Justice System.
4. R Cocken - Drug Abuse and Personality in Young Offenders.
5. Janine Kremling (Editor), Larry K. Gaines, Drugs, Crime & Justice, 2013.

Web Sources:
1. http://cbn.nic.in/html/ndpsact1985.pdf
2. https://www.tni.org/en/publication/the-un-drug-control-conventions
3. http://legislative.gov.in/actsofparliamentfromtheyear/indian-penal-code
4. https://indiankanoon.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Cyber Crime

Paper Code: LLMCRI302 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4

Objective:CyberLaws are introduced to monitor and prevent crimesthat take place digitally or in
the entire Cyberspace. The course includeseffective prevention, investigation and prosecution of
cybercrime and enhancement of law enforcement capabilities through appropriate legislative
intervention.

Unit – I
Conceptual and theoretical perspective of Cyber Law,Overview of Computer and Web
Technology, Meaning, Definition & Nature of Cyber Crimes, Historical Genesis and Evolution
of Cyber Crimes- National & International Level.

Unit – II
Cyber Crime: Computer Viruses, Computer Trojans, Hacking, Email Bombing, Email Hijacking,
Cyber Stalking, Cyber Terrorism, Pornography, Piracy, Identity theft, Cyber fraud & Cyber
Defamation.

Unit – III
Introduction to Cyber Crime Investigation, Basic of Investigation Techniques, First Information
Report, Search and Seizure Operation, Tracking & Tracing Emails,Cyber Crime Investigation
Cell, Cyber Appellate Tribunal, regulation of Certifying Authorities.

Unit – IV
Cyber Policing Current statutes in India: Penalties & Offences under the Information Technology
Act, 2000, Offences under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Issues relating to investigation and
adjudication of cyber crimes in India Digital evidence, IT Act 2000 and other legal provisions.

Course Outcome:
Students completing this course will be able to:
1. Understand Conceptual and theoretical perspective of Cyber Law
2. know Computer and Web Technology
3. Know the Kinds of cyber crimes such as Cyber Stalking, Cyber Terrorism, Pornography,
Piracy, Identity theft, Cyber fraud & Cyber Defamation etc.
4. Understand IT Act, 2000 and other legal provisions.

Books:
1. Dr.R.K.Chaubay, An Introduction to Cyber Crime & Cyber Law, Kamal Law House, 2009.
2. Dr.M.Dasgupta, Cyber crime in India: A Comparative Study, Eastern Law House, 2016.
3. Barkha Bhasin& Rama Mohan Ukkalam, Cyber Laws & Crimes, Asia Law House, 3rd Ed., 2017.
4. Susan W. Brener, Cybercrime: Criminal Threats from Cyberspace, Praeger, 2010.
5. Vikram Singh Jaiswal & Shweta Singh Jaiswal, Cyber Crime & IT Act, 2000.
6. Dr. Farooq Ahmad, Cyber Law in India (Law on Internet), 4th Reprint Ed., 2015.
7. Hemat Goel, Law & Emerging Technology Cyber Law, 1st Reprint, 2012.

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 8. S.K.P. Sriniwas& R.P. Kataria, Cyber Crimes (Law, practice & Procedure) along with Cyber
Evidence & IT Act, 2000, Orient Publishing Company, 2nd Ed., 2018.
9. Dr. S. R. Mayneni, Information Technology Law, Asia Law House, 1st Ed., 2017.
10. Chris Reed & John Angel, Computer Law, OUP, New York, (2007).
11. Justice Yatindra Singh, Cyber Laws, Universal Law Publishing Co, New Delhi, (2012).
12. S, K. Verma & Raman Mittal, Legal Dimensions of Cyber Space, Indian Law Institute, New
Delhi, (2004).
13. JonthanRosenoer, Cyber Law, Springer, New York, (1997).
14. Sudhir Naib, The Information Technology Act, 2005: A Handbook, OUP, New York, (2011).
15. Information Technology Act, 2000.

Web Sources:

• https://indiankanoon.org/
• https://main.sci.gov.in/judgments
• http://legislative.gov.in/documents/list-of-central-acts

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. IIISEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Comparative Criminal Procedure

Paper Code: LLMCRI303 L-4,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: Comparative Criminal Procedure is a Branch of Criminal Law, which enables a person to
understand the proceedings in a Criminal Suit. It comprises the basic rules of Code of Criminal
Procedure, 1973 and The Indian Evidence Act, 1872. The object of Comparative Criminal Procedure is to
enable the students to understand the organization of courts and prosecuting agencies, pre trial
procedures, trial procedures and correction & aftercare services.

Unit – I Investigation and Prosecuting Agencies

Hierarchy of Criminal Courts and Jurisdiction, Organization of Prosecuting Agencies for
Prosecuting Criminals, Prosecutors and the Police & Investigation.
Unit – II Pre-trial Procedures
Arrest and Questioning of the Accused, Accuser’s rights, the Evidentiary Value of Statements,
Articles Seized Collected by the Police, Right to Counsel, Prosecutor: Role in Criminal
Proceedings in India & need of independent prosecution system.

Unit – III Trial Procedures

The Accusatory System and the Inquisitorial System of Trial, Role of the Judge, the Prosecutor
and Defense Attorney in the Trial, Admissibility and Inadmissibility of Evidence, Expert
Opinion, Appeal of the Court in awarding appropriate Punishment and Plea Bargaining.

Unit – IV Correction and Aftercare Services

Institutional correction of the Offenders, General comparison: After care services in India and
Role of the Court in Correctional programmers’ in India.
Reforms in criminal justice system in India: Mali math Committee report.

Course Outcome:
Students completing this course will be able to:

1. Understand the proceedings in a Criminal Suit.

2. Understand the role of Investigation and Prosecuting Agencies.
3. Know the pre- trial and trial procedure.
4. Understand that how the criminal justice system aims at rehabilitation of offenders and
Correction and Aftercare Services.

Books:
1. S. N. Misra, The Code of Criminal Procedure, Central Law Publication, 20th Ed., 2016.
2. Dr. K.N. Chandrasekharan Pillai, R.V. Kelkar`s on Lectures on Criminal Law, EBC Webstore, 6 th
Ed., 2017.
3. Ratan Lal Dhirailal, The Code of Criminal Procedure, EBC Wedstore, 20th, 2012.

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 4. Ved Kumari -The Juvenile Justice System in India, Oxford India Paperbacks, 2nd Ed., 2004.
5. Ved Kumari, The Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection of Children) Act, 2015- Critical Analysis,
Universal Law Publishing Co., 2017.
6. Basanti Lal Babel, DandPrakriya Sanhita. Central Law Publication, 28th Ed., 2016.
7. The Probation of Offenders Act, 1958 (I.L.I.).

Web sources:
1. https://lawcorner.in/criminal-justice-system-
2. https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/bitstream/10603/250065/13/chapter%2004http://tnsja.t
n.gov.in/article/JO%20in%20Crl%20Justice%20Admin-
PSJ.pdf.%20role%20of%20judiciary.pdf
3. https://www.toppr.com/guides/civics/judiciary/introduction-of-the-judiciary/
4. https://commed.umassmed.edu/blog/2018/07/17/role-health-care-criminal-justice-reform

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. IIISEMESTER (CRIMINAL LAW)
Project Work
Course Code: LLMCRI314L-3,T-0,P-2,C-4

Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a Project Work. A faculty to act as supervisor would be
assigned to the student by the Director/ Principal/Head of Department.

2. Students will have to complete the report within 10-12 weeks. For this work no exemption from
attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing report will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The report prepared by the student will be titled as project work. The report should be based on
primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned by the
Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should support
it with foot noting.

5. The report should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the
research/ project work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily
60 – 80 typed pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing.
Two neatly typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the
college. The report will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research/ project work under his/her
guidance should be attached with the report.

7. The report will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be done
will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the project
and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by the
examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall be
as follows:
Internal (30) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (70) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.

8. The format of the report is given below:

a) Cover page
b) Preface
c) Acknowledgement
d) Index
e) Objective of the project work undertaken
f) Literature Review
g) Project / Research Methodology
h) Results and Analysis
i) Conclusions
j) References
k) Appendices – to include questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M. IIISEMESTER(CRIMINAL LAW)
Viva- Voce

Paper Code: LLMCRI315 L-0,T-0,P-8,C-4

Guidelines:

1. The viva-voce is scheduled to be held at the end of the Semester.

2. This is also to see the articulation of what is being learnt by them and see their relevance
in thepractical field.
3. The student shall be assessed out of 100 marks, 70 by external and 30 by internal
examiner. The internal marks will be awarded by taking the presentation of the student
followed by questions asked from their presentation in the class on any topic in front of a
panel of at least three faculty member appointed by the Director/ Principal of the College.
4. The marks will be awarded by the external examiner appointed, by the examination
division.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER (CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Administrative Law

Paper Code LLMCON301 L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: The paper will make students aware of various aspects of Administrative Law
including quasi-legislative, quasi-judicial and other ministerial functions of administration and
control thereof with a practical approach.
Unit- I
Evolution of Administrative Law in England, France and India, Theories of Administrative Law,
Concept of Rule of Law & Separation of Powers and its applicability in India.

Unit- II
General principles of delegate legislation in England, France & India, Permissible delegation and
Impermissible delegation, Excessive delegation, Control and safeguards, Sub- delegation &
Conditional Delegation, Contractual & Tortious Liability of state, Constitutional Torts.

Unit- III
Historical Development & Principles of Natural Justice, Doctrine of Legitimate Expectation,
Judicial Review of Administrative Discretion, Administrative Tribunal- Characteristic and
working and Writ Jurisdiction.

Unit- IV
Judicial Process, Doctrine of fairness, Writ Jurisdiction, PIL, U.S.: Due Process and Judicial
Decision.
Ombudsman(Lokpal&Lokayukta), Commissions of Inquiry, Central Vigilance Commissions,
Investigative Agencies: The CBI, I.B. and RAW.

Course outcome:
After completing the subject students will be able to:
1. Understand the evolution theory of administrative law.
2. Understand the need of administrative law in welfare state.
3. Understand legislative functions of administration.

Books:-
1. M.P. Jain & S.N. Jain- Principles of Administrative Law, Lexis Nexis Butterworths Wadhwa,
7th Ed. 2017.
2. C. K. Thakker& M. C. Thakker, Administrative Law, EBC, 2nd Ed., 2012.
3. I.P. Massey, Administrative Law, Eastern Book Company, 9th Ed., 2017.
4. C.K. Takwani, Lectures on Administrative Law, Eastern Book Company, 9th Ed., 2016.
5. S.P. Sathe, Administrative Law, Lexis Nexis Butterworths Wadhwa, 7th Ed. 2012 (Reprint).

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6. J.J.R. Upadhayaya, Administrative Law, Central Law Agency, 10th Ed., 2016.
7. U. P. D, Kesari, Administrative Law, Central Law Publication, 20th Ed., 2014.
8. Harloveleen Kaur, Administrative Law, Central Law Publication, 1st Ed., 2011.
9. K. C. Joshi, Administrative Law, Central Law Publication, 2nd Ed., 2012.
10. Kailash Rai, Principles of Administrative Law, 9th Ed. (Reprint), 2017.

.
Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. IIISEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Comparative Constitutional Law
Paper Code: LLMCON302 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4
Objective:The objective of this paperis to analyze the constitution of various countries and to
differentiate between them.
Unit-I
Comparative studies of constitutional system of India, USA, Canada & UK, Concept of
Constitution, Constitutional Law and Constitutionalism, Historical evolution of constitution of
India, USA and UK. Characteristic of the Constitutions, Cooperative Federalism and Rule of
Law.

Unit-II
Parliament: Constitution, Powers, Functions and Privilege, Amending process of the Constitution
with particular reference to USA & UK.

Unit-III
Executive: President and Cabinet System of Government and Centre- State relations.

Unit-IV
Judiciary: Position in India, USA and UK, Jurisdiction and Powers, Judicial Precedent and
Emergency Provisions with particular reference to USA &UK..

Course outcome:
After completing the subject students will be able to:

1. Understand the nature of the Indian constitution and different aspects of the constitution.
2. Develop the approach towards the constitution of various countries.
3. Know the applicability of the constitution in Indian context.

Books:
1. A.V. Dicey, Introduction to the Study of Law of the Constitution, Read Books, 2009.
2. M.P. Jain, Indian Constitutional Law, Lexis Nexis, 8th Ed., 2018.
3. JN Pandey, Constitutional law of India, Central Law Agency Publication, Allahabad, 55 th Edition,
2018.
4. MP Jain, Indian Constitutional Law, Lexis Nexis publication, 7th Edition, 2014.
5. DD Basu, Introduction to the Constitution of India, Lexis Nexis Publication, 22nd Edition, 2015.
6. Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Pal Singh (Revised), VN Shukla`s Constitution of India, 13th Edition, 2017.
7. P. M. Bakshi, The Constitution of India, Universal Law Publisher, Delhi, 14th Edition, 2017.
8. Kailash Rai, Constitutional Law of India, CLA Publication, Allahabad, 11th Edition, 2015.
9. Subhash C. Kashyap, Our Constitution (Hindi/ English), National Book Trust, India, 5th Edition,
2011.

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 10. K. C. Joshi, Constitutional Law of India, Central Law Pub., 3rd Edition, 2016.
11. Kush Kalra, Leading Judgments on Constitutional Law, Central Law Pub., 1st Edition, 2017.
12. The Constitution of India, 1950.

Web sources:
1. http://legislative.gov.in/sites/default/files/COI-updated.pdf
2. https://www.iitk.ac.in/wc/data/coi-4March2016.pdf
3. https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution-transcript
4. https://www.history.com/topics/united-states-constitution/constitution
5. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/constitution-unit/what-uk-constitution/what-uk-constitution

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER (CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Human Rights
Paper Code: LLMCON303 L-4,T-0,P-0,C-4

Objective: The objective of this course is to lay the foundation of the Human Rights law and acquaint the
students with basic human rights institutions.

Unit- I
Meaning of Human Rights, Human Rights and UN Charter, Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
History, Structure and Legal Significance, Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, Covenant on
Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.

Unit-II
International Human Right Commission: constitution & functions, Tehran Conference (1968) & Vienna
Conference (1993). Regional Protection of Human Rights: European Convention, American Convention,
African Charter and People`s Rights and some Important Cases decided by the European Courts.

Unit- III
Human Rights and Indian Constitution: Historical development of individual rights in England, USA &
India, Perspective, Fundamental Rights, International Covenants and Restriction on fundamental Rights.

Unit- IV
The Protection of Human Rights Act 1993: National Human Rights Commission, State Human Rights
Commissions and Human Rights Courts in District: Implementation and Enforcement Mechanisms, Other
National Institutions: National Commission of SC/ST, National Commission for Backward Classes,
Minority Commission, Women`s Commission, National Commission for Protection of Rights of Child.

Course Outcome
Students completing this course will be able to:
1. understand the international human rights framework, its origins and justifying
theories;
2. Demonstrate capacity to assess how specific human rights may be asserted, enforced or
violated;
3. Critically evaluate the relationship between international and domestic law on human
rights;

Books:
1. Dr. S. K. Kapoor, Human Rights under International Law & Indian Law, Central Law Agency,
18th Ed., 2011.
2. Dr. H.O. Agarwal, International Law and Human Rights, Central Law Publication, 21st Ed.,
2016.
3. Jain Rashee, Textbook on Human Rights law and Practice, Universal Law Publisher, 3rd
edition, 2016.
4. Brij Kishore Sharma, Universal Declaration sof Human Rights And Indian Law, PHI Learning
Pvt Ltd.

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5. Alok Kumar Meena, Human Rights in India: Concepts and Concerns, Pointer Publishers.

Web Sources
1. https://www.un.org/en/udhrbook/pdf/udhr_booklet_en_web.pdf
2. https://www.humanrightscareers.com/issues/websites-where-you-can-find-human-
rights-case-studies/
3. https://www.eda.admin.ch/eda/en/fdfa/foreign-policy/international-law/un-human-
rights-treaties.html

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Project Work
Paper Code: LLMCON314 L-3,T-0,P-2,C-4

Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a report. A faculty to act as supervisor would be assigned to the
student by the Director/ Principal/Head of Department.

2. Students will have to complete the report within 10-12 weeks. For this work no exemption from
attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing report will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The report prepared by the student will be titled as project work. The report should be based on
primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned by the
Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should support
it with foot noting.

5. The report should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the
research/ project work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily
60 – 80 typed pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing.
Two neatly typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the
college. The report will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research/ project work under his/her
guidance should be attached with the report.

7. The report will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be done
will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the project
and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by the
examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall be
as follows:
Internal (30) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (70) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.

8. The format of the report is given below:

a. Cover page
b. Preface
c. Acknowledgement
d. Index
e. Objective of the project work undertaken
f. Literature Review
g. Project / Research Methodology
h. Results and Analysis
i. Conclusions
j. References
k. Appendices – to include questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M. III SEMESTER(CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
Viva-Voce

Paper Code: LLMCON315 L-0,T-0,P-8,C-4

Guidelines:

1. The viva-voce is scheduled to be held at the end of the Semester.

2. This is also to see the articulation of what is being learnt by them and see their relevance
in the Practical field.
3. The student shall be assessed out of 100 marks, 70 by external and 30 by internal
examiner. The internal marks will be awarded by taking the presentation of the student
followed by questions asked from their presentation in the class on any topic in front of a
panel of at least three faculty member appointed by the Director/ Principal of the College.
4. The marks will be awarded by the external examiner appointed, by the examination
division.

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 LL.M. IV SEMESTER
Judicial Process

Paper Code: LLM401 L-3,T-2,P-0,C-4

Objective: The prime objective of this paper is to explain the nature of judicial process in its most
general form and provide a deeper understanding of concept of justice, judicial activism, legal
reasoning, judicial systems, legal institutions, and the role of law in society.

UNIT – I
Judicial process as an instrument of social ordering, Judicial Process and The Growth of Law:
Change and Stability, The tools and techniques of Judicial Review and Judicial Creativity and
Analysis of the Doctrine of Stare Decisis in India, Concept of Rule of Law.

UNIT – II: Special Dimensions of Judicial process in Constitutional adjudication Notation

of Judicial Review, Is Judicial Review the same as Judicial Activism?, Judicial Activism and
Judicial Self Restraint, Problem of Accountability in Judicial law making, Judicial Activism and
creativity of the Indian Supreme Court: the new dimensions and Institutional liability of Courts
and Judicial Activism – Scope and Limits.

UNIT – III: Concept of Justice

Theories, sources, kinds & Concept of Justice, Law & Morality.

UNIT – IV: Judicial process and Constitutional Amendments

Evolution of the Concept of Basic Structure, Philosophy of the doctrine of Basic Structure, The
Recent Developments: The “ Essence of Rights” test and “Rights Test” to determine Basic
Structure, Basic Structure and Constitutionalism. Role of minority judgments in India.

Course Outcome:
Students after completing this course will be able to:
1. Know about the role of judiciary and justice system in India
2. Understand the approaches to law and the balance between Law, Rights and Justice;
3. Understand working of courts in India;
4. Know the different legal concepts, their meaning, nature, kind and classification
5. Understand the principles of natural justice and theories for the interpretation of law and
its significance in the judicial decisions.
6. Know about the enforcement remedies available under the Constitution of India and
about access to justice through Public Interest Litigation;
7. Comprehend the basic feature of the Constitution of India and the importance of the role
of judiciary in ensuring checks and balances.

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Books:
1. Benjamin N. Cardozo, The Nature of Judicial Process, Yale University Press, 1921.
2. Dr. G. P. Tripathi, Judicial Process, Central Law Publications, 1st Ed., 2015.
3. G. Manohar Rao, Constitutional Development through Judicial Process, Asia Law House, 2011.
4. Benjamin N. Cardozo, The Growth of the Law, Gale, Making of the Modern Law, 2010.
5. W. Friedmenn, Legal Theory, Columbia University, Press, 5th Ed., 1967.
6. Julius Stone, Legal System & Lawyer Reasoning, 1964.
7. Upendra Baxi- The Indian Supreme Court and Polities, Eastern book Co., 1980.
8. J. Stone- The Province and Function of Law, 1946.
9. Prof. A. Lakshminath, Judicial process: Precedent in Indian Law, EBC, 3rd Ed., 2012.
10. Dr. Sheetal Kenwal, Judicial Process, Amar Law Publication.

Web Sources:
1. http://www.legalserviceindia.com/
2. https://www.livelaw.in/
3. https://www.lawctopus.com/
4. https://www.lawordo.com/
5. https://indiankanoon.org/
6. https://www.wikipedia.org/

Note: Latest editions of the books may be used.

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 LL.M. IV SEMESTER
Dissertation

Paper Code: LLM416L-9,T-0,P-6,C-12

Guidelines:
1. In the beginning of the semester every student of LL.M. will be given a topic related with the
Indian legal system for preparing a Dissertation. A faculty to act as supervisor would be assigned
to the student by the Director/ Principal/Head of Department.

2. Students will have to complete the Dissertation within 3 Months. For this work no exemption
from attending the regular classes will be given to any student.

3. The student after completing Dissertation will submit it to the college, which will form part of the
semester examination.

4. The dissertation prepared by the student will be titled as research work. The dissertation should
be based on primary data. It should reflect in depth study of a legal problem, ordinarily assigned
by the Director/ Principal of the College. Relevant case laws, amendments, bibliography should
support it with foot noting.

5. The dissertation should be divided into chapters. The first Chapter should deal with the brief
information of Indian legal system and its challenges. The other chapters will contain the research
work on the given legal problem. The average size of report will be ordinarily 150-200 typed
pages in Times New Roman font with standard font size (12) and double spacing. Two neatly
typed and soft bound (paperback) copies of the report will be submitted to the college. The report
will be typed on A4 size paper.

6. A certificate issued by the supervisor for coordinating the research work under his/her guidance
should be attached with the dissertation.

7. The dissertation will be evaluated by internal & external examiners. Internal evaluation would be
done will be done by a committee of three members including the faculty who supervised the
project and other two nominated by the Director/ Principal. External evaluation will be done by
the examiner(s) appointed by the examination division of the University. Evaluation scheme shall
be as follows:
Internal (100) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
External (200) on the basis of quality of the contents & presentation followed by questions asked.
8. The format of the report is given below:
a. Cover page
b. Preface
c. Acknowledgement
d. Index
e. Objective of the project work undertaken
f. Literature Review
g. Project / Research Methodology
h. Results and Analysis
i. Conclusions
j. References
k. Appendices – to include Questionnaire, if any.

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 LL.M. IV SEMESTER
Viva- Voce

Paper Code: LLM417L-0,T-0,P-8,C-4

Guidelines:

1. The viva-voce is scheduled to be held at the end of the Semester.

2. This is also to see the articulation of what is being learnt by them and see their relevance
in thePractical field.
3. The student shall be assessed out of 100 marks, 70 by external and 30 by internal
examiner. The internal marks will be awarded by taking the presentation of the student
followed by questions asked from their presentation in the class on any topic in front of a
panel of at least three faculty member appointed by the Director/ Principal of the College.
4. The marks will be awarded by the external examiner appointed, by the examination
division.

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