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HARYANA JUDICIAL SERVICE EXAMINATION

SCHEME AND SYLLABUS

SELECTION PROCESS

  1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
  2. Written Main Examination (Subjective Type)
  3. Viva-Voce (Personal Interview)

Exam Pattern: The Exam Pattern will be as follows:

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

  • A candidate needs to be a citizen of India.
  • A candidate needs to have the domicile of Haryana to get the reservation benefits.
  • Applicants must have completed an L.L.B from any recognized institute.
  • The age of the applicants must be between 21 years and 42 years.

PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

  • The prelims exam shall be of objective type with multiple-choice questions.
  • The question paper of the preliminary examination consists of 125 questions, each with four marks.
  • The marking scheme of the Prelim’s exam is that each question carries four marks, and for each wrong answer, you get a -0.8 mark.
  • The syllabus includes questions about current events, Indian legal history, constitutional evolution, and statutes outlined in Civil Law.

MAINS EXAMINATION

  • The Mains exam will consist of written papers with descriptive or narrative/essay-type questions.
  • Each of the Mains written exams is of 3 hours duration. As per the Haryana Judiciary Exam Pattern, the Mains Haryana Judiciary Syllabus 2023 comprises five subjects:
  • Civil Law 1
  • Civil Law 2
  • Criminal Law
  • English paper
  • Language

Paper I: Civil Law-1

  • Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
  • Punjab Courts Act, 1918
  • Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • Indian Partnership Act, 1932
  • Sale of Goods Act, 1930
  • Specific Relief Act, 1963
  • Indian Evidence Act, 1872
  • Haryana Urban (Control of Rent and Eviction) Act, 1973

Paper II: Civil Law-II

  • Hindu Law
  • Mohammedan Law
  • Customary Law
  • Law of Registration
  • Law of Limitation

Paper III: Criminal Law

  • Indian Penal Code, 1860
  • Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
  • Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Paper IV: English

  • Precis
  • Words and Phrases
  • Comprehension
  • Corrections

Paper V: Language

  • Hindi (in Devnagri Script) language paper shall comprise the following:-

 

 

 

 

VIVA VOCE (INTERVIEW):

  • For a candidate to be qualified for viva voce, they must secure a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in all the written examinations in Mains.
  • However, for the candidate belonging to the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, Physically Handicapped, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates only (but not dependents of ESM), a minimum of 45% aggregate marks should be obtained for qualification.
  • The interview will be conducted only in English.
  • The interview is conducted to judge the personal qualities of the candidate.
  • The interview will relate to matters of general interest and will test the candidate’s alertness, intelligence, and general outlook.
  • It is mandatory to appear for viva voce/interview to be considered for the final selection.

UP Judiciary Syllabus

Check the latest syllabus of UP PCS J exam:

Overview:

Paper

 

Subjects

Marks

Duration

Prelims

Paper 1(General Knowledge)

History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs, Science and Technology, Indian Economy, Social Relevance

150

2 Hours

Paper 2 (Law)

Indian Constitution, Contract Law, Evidence Act, IPC, CPC, CrPC, Transfer of Property Act, International Law

300

2 Hours

Mains

Paper 1 (General Knowledge)

History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs, Science and Technology, Indian Economy, Social Relevance

200

3 Hours

Paper 2 (English Language)

Essay Writing, Precis Writing, translation ( Hindi to English)

100

3 Hours

Paper 3 (Hindi Language)

Essay Writing, Precis Writing, translation (English to Hindi)

100

3 Hours

Paper 4 (Law I – Substantive Law)

Law of Contracts, Partnership, Easements, Torts, Transfer of Property, Principles of Equity, Trust, Hindu & Mohammedan Law, Constitutional Law

200

3 Hours

Paper 5 (Law II- Procedure and Evidence)

Law of Evidence, Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), Civil Procedure Code (CPC), Pleading, Framing of Charges, Judgment Writing

200

3 Hours

Paper 6 (Law III  – Penal , Revenue, and Local Laws)

 IPC, UP Revenue Code, UP Urban Building Act, UP Municipalities Act, UP Panchayattttt aj Act, Local Laws

 200

3 Hours

Interview

 

Legal Aptitude, personality, communication skills, ethics

100

30-60 mins

 

 

 

Prelims Syllabus

Mode of Exam

Objective ( Multiple Choice Questions)

Number of Papers

2

 

Paper 1 : General Knowledge (150 Marks, 2 hours)

Paper 2 : Law ( 300 Marks, 2 hours)

Total Marks

450

Duration

4 hours in total ( 2 hours/ paper)

Negetive marking

1/3rd mark deduction for every wrong answer (-0.33)

 

GK Paper Syllabus

  • History of India and Indian Culture
  • Geography of India
  • Indian Polity
  • Current National Issues and Social Relevance
    • Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
    • Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
    • Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
    • Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
    • Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
    • Pre-Conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994
    • Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
    • Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
    • Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO)
  • India and the World
  • Indian Economy
  • International Affairs and Institutions
  • Developments in Science, Technology, Communications, and Space

 

 

 

 Law Paper Syllabus

  • Jurisprudence
  • International Organizations
  • Current International Affairs
  • Indian Constitution
  • Transfer of Property Act
  • Indian Evidence Act
  • Indian Penal Code (IPC)
  • Civil Procedure Code (CPC)
  • Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)
  • Contract Act

 

 

 

Mains Syllabus

Mode of Exam

Descriptive (Written)

Number of Papers

6

Total Marks

1000

Duration

3 hours per paper

 

Paper I: General Knowledge (200 Marks)

  • History of India and Indian Culture
  • Geography of India
  • Indian Polity
  • Current National Issues and topics of social relevance including :

 

  • Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
  • Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
  • Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
  • Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
  • Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
  • Pre-Conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994
  • Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
  • Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
  • Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO)
  • India and the World
  • Indian Economy
  • International Affairs and Institutions
  • Developments in Science, Technology, Communications, and Space

Paper II: English Language (100 Marks)

  • Essay: 50 Marks
  • English Précis Writing: 30 Marks
  • Translation of Passage from Hindi to English: 20 Marks

Paper III: Hindi Language (100 Marks)

  • Essay: 50 Marks
  • Précis Writing: 30 Marks
  • Translation of Passage from English to Hindi: 20 Marks

Paper IV: Law – I (Substantive Law) (200 Marks)

  • Law of Contracts
  • Law of Partnership
  • Law concerning Easements and Torts
  • Transfer of Property Act
  • Principles of Equity including the Law of Trust and Specific Relief
  • Hindu Law
  • Mohammedan Law
  • Constitutional Law

Paper V: Law – II (Procedure and Evidence Law) (200 Marks)

  • Law of Evidence (Indian Evidence Act, 1872)
  • Code of Civil Procedure (CPC, 1908)
  • Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC, 1973)
  • Principles of Pleading
    • Framing of charges and issues
    • Methods of dealing with evidence and witnesses
    • Writing judgments and conducting cases

 

 

Paper VI: Law – III (Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws) (200 Marks)

  • Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
  • Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code, 2006
  • Uttar Pradesh Urban Building (Regulation of Letting, Rent, and Eviction) Act, 1972
  • Uttar Pradesh Regulation of Urban Premises Tenancy Act, 2021
  • Uttar Pradesh Municipalities Act, 1916
  • P. Panchayat Raj Act, 1947
  • P. Consolidation of Holdings Act, 1953
  • Uttar Pradesh Urban (Planning and Development) Act, 1973

Note:

  • Questions related to Penal Laws carry 50 marks.
  • Questions on Revenue and Local Laws carry 150 marks.

 

Interview Syllabus

The Interview stage, carrying 100 marks, is the final step in the UP Judiciary selection process. This stage assesses the overall suitability of candidates for the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service, focusing not only on legal knowledge but also on important personal attributes.

The interview panel evaluates candidates based on their:

  • Merit: The candidate’s legal knowledge and expertise.
  • Ability: The capacity to apply legal principles in practical situations.
  • Character and Personality: Professional ethics, communication skills, and demeanor.
  • Physique: General health and fitness required for judicial roles.

The marks from the Interview are added to the total marks scored in the written exams. The final ranking of candidates is determined by the combined score of both the written papers and the interview.

It’s important to note that the commission may not call candidates for an interview if their performance in the Law Papers does not meet the required standard.

RAJASTHAN JUDICIAL EXAMINATION

SELECTION PROCESS:

The Rajasthan Judicial Service Examination is conducted every year by the Rajasthan High Court for the recruitment to posts of Civil Judge cadre of the Rajasthan Judicial Services.

  • Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
  • Main Examination (Subjective Type)
  • Interview

PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION:

  • The Preliminary Examination shall be an objective type of examination in which 70% weightage will be given to the subjects prescribed in syllabus (Mains) for Law Paper I and II and 30% weightage shall be given to test proficiency in Hindi and English language.
  • The maximum marks for Preliminary Examination shall be 100 in which number of questions to be asked shall also be 100.

However, there shall be no negative marking for wrong answers in Preliminary Examination.

The Preliminary Examination shall be conducted on OMR Answer Sheets. The duration of Preliminary Examination shall be of 2 hours. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination shall not be counted for determining final merit.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

  • A candidate needs to be a citizen of India.
  • A candidate needs to have the domicile of Rajasthan to get the reservation benefits.
  • Applicants must have completed LL.B from any recognized institute.
  • The age of the applicants must be between 22 years and 35 years.
  • The upper age limit for women and physically disabled persons is extended to 40 years.

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY SYLLABUS

  • Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
  • Constitution of India
  • Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • Indian Evidence Act, 1872
  • Limitation Act, 1963
  • Specific Relief Act, 1963
  • Transfer of Property Act, 1882
  • Interpretation of Statues
  • Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001
  • Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
  • Indian Penal Code, 1860
  • Indian Evidence Act, 1872
  • Juvenile Justice (Care and protection of Children) Act, 2015
  • Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Chapter XVII)
  • Probation of Offenders Act, 1958
  • Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
  • Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
  • Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
  • Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (prevention, prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

  • Tenses
  • Articles and Determiners
  • Active & Passive Voice
  • Coordination & Subordination
  • Direct and Indirect Speech
  • Modals expressing various concepts—(Obligation, Request, Permission, Prohibition, Intention, Condition, Probability, Possibility, Purpose, Reason, Companions, Contrast)
  • Antonyms and Synonyms

HINDI PROFICIENCY

  • शब्द रचना: संधि एवं संधि विच्छेद, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
  • शब्द प्रकार:
  • तत्सम, अर्धतत्सम, तद्भव, देशज, विदेशी
  • संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, अव्यय (क्रियाविशेषण, सम्बन्ध सूचक, विस्मयबोधक निपात)
  • शब्द ज्ञान: पर्यायवाची, विलोम, शब्द युग्मों का अर्थभेद, वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द, समश्रुत भिन्नार्थक शब्द, समानार्थी शब्दों का विवेक, उपयुक्त शब्द चयन, सम्बन्धवाची शब्दावली
  • शब्द शुद्धि
  • व्याकरणिक कोटियाँ: परसर्ग, लिंग, वचन, पुरुष, काल, वृत्ति, पक्ष, वाच्य
  • वाक्य रचना
  • वाक्य शुद्धि
  • विराम चिन्हों का प्रयोग
  • मुहावरे / लोकोक्तियाँ
  • पारिभाषिक शब्दावली: प्रशासनिक, विधिक (विशेषतः)

 

 

 

MAINS EXAMINATION

The Mains Examination will be of 300 Marks. The papers for Mains Examination along with their marks and duration are as follows:

MAINS SYLLABUS

LAW PAPER – I

  • Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
  • Constitution of India
  • Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • Indian Evidence Act, 1872
  • Limitation Act, 1963
  • Specific Relief Act, 1963
  • Transfer of Property Act, 1882
  • Interpretation of Statues
  • Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001

ORDER/JUDGMENT WRITING

LAW PAPER – II

  • Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
  • Indian Evidence Act, 1872
  • Indian Penal Code, 1860
  • Juvenile Justice (Care and protection of Children) Act, 2015
  • Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Chapter XVII)
  • Probation of Offenders Act, 1958
  • Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
  • Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
  • Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
  • Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (prevention, prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013

Framing of Charge / Judgment Writing

PAPER – I HINDI ESSAY

  • Hindi Essay

PAPER – II ENGLISH ESSAY

  • English Essay

VIVA-VOCE (INTERVIEWS)

  • A personal Interview or Viva-voce is the third and final stage in the selection process for the RJS exam. The interview is conducted for a total of 35 marks.
  • In interviewing a candidate, the suitability for employment to the service shall be tested with reference to his record at the School, College and University, and his character, personality, address and physique.
  • The questions, which may be put to him, may be of a general nature and will not necessarily be academic or legal. The candidate will also be put questions to test his general knowledge including knowledge of current affairs and present-day problems.
  • Marks shall also be awarded for the candidate’s proficiency in the Rajasthani dialects and his knowledge of social customs of Rajasthan. The marks so awarded shall be added to the marks obtained in the written test by each candidate.
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