Model Question Paper www.tnou.ac.in Tamil Nadu Open University : MA Public Administration

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M.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION – JUNE 2008.
(AY 2005–06 onwards)
Second Year
Public Administration
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
PG–429 MPA–24

http://www.tnou.ac.in/index_files/QUES/PGMODEL2008.htm
http://www.tnou.ac.in/index_files/QU...dmin/mpa24.doc

Time : 3 hours Maximum marks : 75

PART A — (3 × 5 = 15 marks)
Answer any THREE questions in about 300 words each.
Each question carries 5 marks.

1. Define Rule of Law.
2. Explain the term ‘Government Liability’. What are its constituents?
3. Discuss the reasons for the growth of Delegated Legislation.
4. Mention the principles of Natural Justice.
5. Write a note on Statutory Inquiries.

PART B — (4 ? 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions in about 1,200 words each.
Each question carries 15 marks.

6. Trace the growth of Administrative Law in India.
7. Distinguish between constitutional law from that of Administrative Law.
8. What are the different classification of Administrative action? Explain.
9. Write an essay on Administrative Discretion.
10. What is delegated legislation? Explain its types.
11. Explain the working of Administrative Tribunals in India.
12. Define the term ‘Ombudsman’. Examine the powers and functions of Ombudsman.