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 a Scenario-Based Mock Test – Level 2 for the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) , tailored for Judicial Services Prelims . These questions simulate real exam reasoning with mini case facts and test your understanding of legal applicability under BSA. ⚖️ Scenario-Based MCQ Mock Test (Set 2 – Advanced) Total Questions: 10 | Type: Fact-based | Topic: Relevancy, Admissions, Confessions, Electronic Evidence, Witnesses Q1. A is accused of murdering B. During investigation, the police recover a knife from A's house based on A’s disclosure while in custody. Under BSA, the part of the statement leading to recovery is: A. Fully inadmissible as it's made in custody B. Fully admissible as it’s voluntary C. Partly admissible to the extent it relates to the discovery of the knife D. Admissible only if made before a Magistrate Answer: C Explanation: Section 27 principle (preserved in BSA): confession made in custody is admissible only to the extent it leads to disco...

  Topic-Wise Test 4: Offenses Against Property (Sections 293-304, BNS, 2023) (Judicial Services Preliminary Examination – Rajasthan) Instructions: Total Questions: 10 Each question has one correct answer . Explanations provided for every question. Q1. Under BNS, 2023, which section defines theft? a) Section 293 b) Section 295 c) Section 297 d) Section 300 ✅ Answer: (b) Section 295 Explanation: Section 295 defines theft as dishonestly taking movable property without consent. It replaces IPC Section 378. Q2. A person enters a house at night intending to steal but is caught before committing theft. What offense is committed under BNS, 2023? a) Trespass b) Attempt to theft c) Housebreaking by night d) Criminal mischief ✅ Answer: (c) Housebreaking by night Explanation: Under Section 301, entering a house at night with criminal intent constitutes housebreaking, even if theft is not committed. Q3. What is the minimum punishment for committing dacoity und...

  Topic-Wise Test 3: Offenses Against Human Body (Sections 101-119, BNS, 2023) (Judicial Services Preliminary Examination – Rajasthan) Instructions: Total Questions: 10 Each question has one correct answer . Explanations provided for every question. Q1. Under Section 101 of BNS, 2023, which of the following is NOT an essential element of murder? a) Intention to cause death b) Knowledge that the act is likely to cause death c) Causing bodily injury sufficient to cause death in the ordinary course of nature d) Killing in the heat of passion without premeditation ✅ Answer: (d) Killing in the heat of passion without premeditation Explanation: Section 101 defines murder, requiring intention or knowledge. Killing in the heat of passion may fall under culpable homicide, not murder. Q2. What is the minimum punishment for murder under BNS, 2023? a) 10 years imprisonment b) Life imprisonment c) Death penalty d) Death penalty or life imprisonment with a fine ✅ An...

  Topic-Wise Test 2: Offenses Against Women & Children (Sections 79-87, BNS, 2023) (Judicial Services Preliminary Examination – Rajasthan) Instructions: Total Questions: 10 Each question has one correct answer . Explanations provided for every question. Q1. Which section of BNS, 2023 defines the offense of rape? a) Section 75 b) Section 79 c) Section 81 d) Section 85 ✅ Answer: (b) Section 79 Explanation: Section 79 defines rape, replacing IPC Section 375, with some modifications in terminology and punishment. Q2. Under Section 79 of BNS, 2023, which of the following is NOT a valid defense against a rape charge? a) Consent given under fear of death b) Consent given by a woman under 18 years of age c) Consent given during a medical examination d) Both (a) and (b) ✅ Answer: (d) Both (a) and (b) Explanation: Consent given under coercion (fear of death) or by a minor is not considered valid consent under Section 79. Q3. Which section deals with gan...

  Topic-Wise Test 1: General Principles & Definitions (Sections 1-25, BNS, 2023) (Judicial Services Preliminary Examination – Rajasthan) Instructions: Total Questions: 10 Each question has one correct answer . Explanations provided for every question. Q1. Which section of BNS, 2023 deals with the extent and commencement of the Act? a) Section 1 b) Section 2 c) Section 3 d) Section 5 ✅ Answer: (a) Section 1 Explanation: Section 1 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 specifies its title, extent, and commencement, replacing IPC, 1860. Q2. What is the primary purpose of Section 3 of BNS, 2023? a) It defines key legal terms b) It extends the applicability of the law beyond India for Indian citizens c) It prescribes punishment for foreigners in India d) It grants immunity to government officials ✅ Answer: (b) It extends the applicability of the law beyond India for Indian citizens Explanation: Section 3 states that if an Indian citizen commits an offe...

  Mock Test – Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (Judicial Services Preliminary Examination – Rajasthan) 1. General Principles & Definitions Which section of BNS, 2023 deals with punishment for offenses committed beyond India but by an Indian citizen? a) Section 1 b) Section 2 c) Section 3 d) Section 5 Answer: (c) Section 3 Explanation: Section 3 extends criminal liability to Indian citizens committing offenses outside India. Which of the following is NOT a defense under general exceptions in BNS, 2023? a) Insanity b) Mistake of fact c) Mistake of law d) Self-defense Answer: (c) Mistake of law Explanation: Ignorance of law is no excuse, whereas mistake of fact can be a defense. What is the age below which a child is presumed incapable of committing a crime under BNS, 2023? a) 6 years b) 7 years c) 10 years d) 12 years Answer: (b) 7 years Explanation: Section 20 states that a child below 7 years has no criminal liability. 2. Of...

Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on General Exceptions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, along with explanations: MCQs on General Exceptions (BNS, 2023) 1. Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, a person who commits an offense under the influence of intoxication is exempted from criminal liability if: a) The person was voluntarily intoxicated b) The person was involuntarily intoxicated and unaware of the nature of the act c) The person was intoxicated and committed the offense under provocation d) The person was intoxicated and did not cause serious harm Answer: (b) The person was involuntarily intoxicated and unaware of the nature of the act. Explanation: According to Section 86 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 , a person is exempt from criminal liability if they were intoxicated without their knowledge or consent and were unaware of the nature of their actions. However, voluntary intoxication does not exempt liability. 2. In which of the following situ...

  Scenario-based multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023: Scenario-Based MCQs Question 1: A police officer records a confession from an accused person while the accused is in police custody. The confession is obtained without coercion but without the presence of a magistrate. Is this confession admissible under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023? (A) Yes, because there was no coercion. (B) No, because confessions made to a police officer are inadmissible. (C) Yes, but only if corroborated by other evidence. (D) No, because all confessions must be made before a judge. Answer: (B) No, because confessions made to a police officer are inadmissible. Explanation: Under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, a confession made to a police officer is generally not admissible as evidence unless it is made before a magistrate. Question 2: A judge asks a witness to describe an accident scene. The witness uses a hand-drawn map t...

Here is a set of 20 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, focusing on both conceptual understanding and practical application. Each question is followed by an explanation. MCQs on Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 General Principles & Definitions Which of the following is a fundamental principle introduced in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023? a) Rehabilitation-focused punishment b) Community service as an alternative to imprisonment c) Stringent punishment for organized crime and terrorism d) Legalization of certain offenses under previous laws Answer: c) Stringent punishment for organized crime and terrorism Explanation: The BNS 2023 enhances penalties for offenses like terrorism, mob lynching, and organized crime to strengthen national security. Under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which term replaces the word ‘offense’ used in IPC, 1860? a) Crime b) Illegality c) Apradh d) Wrongdoing Answer: c) Apradh Explanation: The term...