📊 Sep 2024 Law Exam: Know Your Paper Pattern Inside Out 🔍

Summary

This video script explains the exam pattern for a law course, outlining the structure of both the Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) and Subjective Paper. The MCQs, worth 30 marks, include both standalone and case study-based questions. The Subjective Paper, worth 70 marks, consists of six questions with internal choices in question six only. Students must answer five questions, with each question divided into three parts. The paper focuses on Corporate Law and other areas of Law. Tips for effective time management and preparation, such as focusing on the quality of answers and carrying a calculator, are also discussed.

Takeaways

• 😀 **MCQ Section:** The MCQ section is worth 30 marks, consisting of 16-18 questions, each worth 1 or 2 marks.
• 😀 **Types of MCQs:** There are two types of MCQs – standalone questions with multiple-choice options and case study-based questions.
• 😀 **MCQ Time Allocation:** The MCQ section should ideally be completed in 30-60 minutes.
• 😀 **Subjective Paper Overview:** The subjective paper is worth 70 marks and consists of 6 questions. The first question is compulsory, and from the remaining five, any four can be attempted.
• 😀 **Sub-Parts in Subjective Questions:** Each subjective question consists of three sub-parts (A, B, and C), with each part carrying different marks, typically 5-5-4 or 5-5-3.
• 😀 **Internal Choice:** Internal choice is only available in Question 6. If selected, only part A offers an internal choice, while parts B and C must be attempted fully.
• 😀 **Choice Between Questions:** You can choose any four questions from the remaining five (after Question 1), but you must answer all sub-parts of the selected questions.
• 😀 **Working Notes Requirement:** Any calculations or legal interpretations require working notes, which should be included with the answers.
• 😀 **Calculator Allowed:** A calculator is allowed in the exam, especially for law-related questions involving calculations.
• 😀 **No Extra Questions:** Do not attempt extra questions in hopes of gaining additional marks, as time constraints will not allow this and may affect the quality of your answers.

Q & A

What is the overall structure of the exam as described in the script?

The exam consists of two sections: a 30-mark MCQ section and a 70-mark subjective section. The MCQ section has 30 questions, while the subjective section has 5 questions, of which 4 must be attempted.

What types of questions will be asked in the MCQ section?

The MCQ section will feature two types of questions: stand-alone MCQs with 4 options, and case study-based MCQs, where a case study is followed by 3-4 questions.

How long should a student expect to take in solving the MCQ section?

It is suggested that students aim to solve the 30-mark MCQ section in 30-60 minutes, with half an hour being an ideal target.

What is the format of the subjective section?

The subjective section includes 5 questions. The first question is mandatory, and students must choose 4 out of the remaining 5 questions to attempt. Each question typically has three parts (A, B, C).

What is the marking scheme for the subjective questions?

Each subjective question carries 14 marks, which are divided into three parts (A, B, C), typically in a 5-5-4 mark distribution.

Is there any internal choice within the subjective questions?

There is only one internal choice provided, in Question 6. Students can choose between two options for part A of this question. There is no internal choice in other subjective questions.

Can students attempt extra questions to gain more marks?

No, attempting extra questions is not advisable. The exam is timed, and attempting extra questions will waste valuable time. It is better to focus on the quality of answers for the required questions.

What should students do if they need to provide working notes for their answers?

Working notes must be included as part of the answer. This is especially important in law-related questions, where practical application and calculations may be required.

Are calculators allowed in the exam?

Yes, calculators are allowed, especially for practical law-related questions that involve calculations. Students are encouraged to bring a calculator to avoid errors in basic calculations.

How should students manage their time between the MCQ and subjective sections?

Students should allocate around 30 minutes for the MCQ section and at least 90-120 minutes for the subjective section. Effective time management is crucial to ensure all questions are answered adequately.