POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

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1 PGDCJ POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE Tutor Marked Assignments (January, 2015 and July, 2015 Session) School of Law Indira Gandhi National Open University Maidan Garhi, New Delhi

2 Dear Student, As per laid down guidelines of the University, you have to complete one assignment for each course. Each assignment has questions to be answered in about 500 words, 250 words, and 100 words. -You will find that the questions in the assignments are analytical and descriptive so that you can better understand and comprehend the concepts. It is important that you write the answers to all the questions in your own words. Your answers should be within the approximate range of the word-limit set for each question. Remember, writing answers to assignment questions will improve your writing skills and prepare you for the term-end examination. Submission You have to submit the assignments to the Study Centre/Regional Centre. It is desirable to keep with you a photocopy of the assignment/s submitted by you. Once evaluated, the Regional Centre will send the marks to the Student Evaluation Division at IGNOU, New Delhi. You need to submit the assignments to the Study Centre/Regional Centre For January 2015 session By 30 th September, 2015 For July 2015 Session by 31 st March, Guidelines for Doing Assignments We expect you to answer each question as per instructions in the assignment. You will find it useful to keep the following points in mind: 1) Planning: Read the assignment carefully; go through the Units on which they are based. Make some points regarding each question and then rearrange then in a logical order. 2) Organisation: Be a little selective and analytical before drawing up a rough outline of your answer. Give adequate attention to question's introduction and conclusion. Make sure that: a) The answer is logical and coherent. b) It has clear connections between sentences and paragraphs. c) The presentation is correct in your own expression and style. 3) Presentation: Once you are satisfied with your answer, you can write down the final version for submission. It is mandatory to write all assignments neatly in your own handwriting. If you so desire, you may underline the points you wish to emphasize. Make sure that the answer is within the stipulated word limit. Wishing you all the best. Programme Coordinator 2

3 MLE Criminal Justice System Course Code: MLE-011 Assignment Code: MLE-011/January 2015 and July What is the need to Identify new patterns of Criminality? 2. Distinguish between Moral, Civil and Criminal wrongs. 3. Write a note on Social Harm. 4. Write a note on differential Association Theory. 5. Write a note on Multiple Causation Theory. 6. Write a note on Social and Economic Charter. 7. Define Probation. 8. Explain the reasons behind the emergence of Classical School of Criminology. 9. Write a note on Merton s Strain Theory. 10. What are the various components of the Criminal Justice System? I 11. Individualistic approach to Crime laid the foundation stone of modern criminology. Discuss 12. Discuss the salient features of the Indian Constitution. 13. Discuss the Theories related to Physical Appearance. 14. Discuss the role of Prosecutor in the Criminal Justice Process. 15. Write a note on Speedy and Fair Trial. 3

4 MLE Indian Penal Code Tutor Marked Assignment (January 2015and July 2015) Course Code: MLE-012 Assignment Code: MLE-012 /January 2015and July Explain the concept of group liability. 2. What is the need for re-visiting criminal law. 3. Distinguish between Intention and motive. 4. Explain the concept of Transferred Intention. 5. Define Mens rea. 6. When does right of private defence against body comments? Explain briefly with illustrations. 7. Explain the concept of legal compulsion. 8. What is grave and sudden provocation? 9. Discuss the essential elements of theft. 10. Write a note on Social Disabilities. I 11. Write a note on excusable defences. 12. Explain the case of Lakshmi v. State AIR 1959 on insanity. 13. Write a note on Defence of intoxication. 14. Distinguish between Culpable Homicide and Murder 15. Explain various legal provisions provided under different legislations for the protection of Women against Sexual Harassment. 4

5 MLE Criminal Justice Processes Course Code: MLE-013 Assignment Code: MLE-013/January 2015 and July What do you understand by Cognizable offences?. 2. Distinguish between Complaint and FIR. 3. Who can lodge an FIR 4. Write a note on Search and Seizure. 5. Explain briefly the evidentiary value attached to the statements of witnesses u/s 161 Cr PC. 6. Write a brief note on Power and Duties of Public Prosecutor. 7. Write a note on compensating Victims of Crime. 8. Discuss any one right available to the accused after arrest. 9. Write a note on release of offender on Admonition. 10. Write a note on correctional Homes for Female Prisoners. I 11. Explain the procedure to be followed by Police while Arresting a Person. 12. Discuss the stages of a Criminal Trial. 13. Discuss the problems faced by Victim and Witnesses during the Prosecution Process. 14. Write a note on Victim Compensation Scheme. 15. Write a note on Prison Reforms. 5

6 MLE Criminal Justice Administration Course Code: MLE-014 Assignment Code: MLE-014/January 2015 and July What are the Three basic characteristics of Indian Police Organisation. 2. Write a note on Police Commissionerates. 3. Write a note on Transparency. 4. Write a note on Writ of Habeas Corpus. 5. Discuss the visiting right of the Prisoners. 6. Write a note on Community Policing. 7. What are the main features of the Model Prison Manual, 1960? 8. Discuss the right of prisoner to be released on bail. 9. Enumerate the power of revision of the Court. 10. What are the causes of delay and areas in Criminal Process?. I 11. Discuss the Powers and functions of Police. 12. What is remission? What types of remission are provided under the Model Prison Manual, 2003? 13. What are the Physical needs of the Prisoners? Discuss. 14. Enumerate the benefits of using Modern Technology in Criminal Trial. 15. What are the factors which effect the efficacy of scientific evidence? 6

7 MLE Challenges To Criminal Justice System Course Code: MLE-015 Assignment Code: MLE-015/January 2015 and July Write a note on a National Legal Service Authority. 2. Discuss the Constitution of Supreme Court Middle Income group Legal Aid Society. 3. Write a note on Lok Adalat. 4. Write a note on homeless persons Legal Aid. 5. Define Child in need of care and protection as defined in Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, Discuss the function of Shelter Homes. 7. Write a note on relevance of ICTR for Peace and Justice. 8. What do you understand by Temporal Jurisdiction of International Criminal Court? 9. What do you understand by preventive detention. 10. Write a note on Preamble of Unlawful Activities (Prevention Act). I 11. Discuss the case of Sheela Barse v. State of Maharashtra. 12. Explain the Trial Procedure of Children in Conflict with Law. 13. Write a note on the Nuremberg Principles. 14. Enumerate the provisions of Armed Force Special Powers Act. 15. Write a note on Unlawful Activity. 7

8 MLE Criminal Justice Research And Advocacy Course Code: MLE-016 Assignment Code: MLE-016 /January 2015 and July What do you mean by Natural Science Based Positivism. 2. What are the Common Obstacles in Criminal Justice Research? 3. Enumerate the Qualities of a Good Legal Researcher. 4. Do you think that books are important in Law Library?. 5. What is Card Catalogue?. 6. Write a note on First Information Report. 7. What do you understand by Anticipatory Bail. 8. Personal Bonds.. 9. Explain the concept of Double Jeopardy. 10. What is the importance of Building Trust with an Interviewee?. I 11. Explain the relationship between Theory and Research in Crime and Justice 12. Enumerate the method of using Law Library. 13. Differentiate between Bailable and Non-Bailable offences. 14. Discuss the tools of Advocacy. 15. Write a note on National Commission for Women.. 8