Syllabus for Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Honors Program (এলএলবি(অনার্স)এর সিলেবাস)

Syllabus  For Bachelor of Laws with Honors (LL.B. Honors)

The present syllabus for the (Hons.) Degree of Law is Prepared as per the BA (Hons) and BSS (Hons.) Regulation  {04  ( চার)  eQ‡ii  weG/weGmGm  mœvZK  (সম্মান)  †cÖvMÖvg}  approved  by  the  43rd  Academic  Council  of Bangladesh Open University (BOU) held on 14/8/2011 which was circulated as an Official Order by the Registrar of BOU under the Reference no. evDwe/cÖkv(mvav)/†cÖvMÖvg-73(2)/2000/3064; Dated:7/9/2011|

 

Bachelor of Laws with Honors (LL.B. Honors)

 

Number of Courses and Credits of the Program:

The number of courses and credits of the Bachelor of Laws (Honors) shall be as follows:

Courses	Number Of  Courses	Credits	Marks
Honors Courses	38	114	3800
Term Paper	01	03	100
Viva-Voce	01	03	100
Total	40	120	4000

  

 

Examinations:

Types of Questions and Marks Distribution for each Course (Except Term Paper & Viva Voce)

 

1.        Essay Questions (Four out of Eight Questions)         4´20 = 80 Marks

2.        Short Questions (Four out of Eight Questions)          4´5 = 20 Marks

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100 Marks

Term Paper : As per the Recommendation made by each Examination Committee.

Viva-Voce : As per the Recommendation made by each Examination Committee.

 

 

COURSE DETAILS

First Year First Semester

 

LAW-101

Legal System of Bangladesh

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Introduction to Law and Legal System, Categories of Law: Public, Private, Substantive and Procedural, Branches of Law: Civil, Criminal, Commercial, Constitutional etc, Legal History: Administration of Justice during the Ancient Hindu, Mughal, British India and Pakistan Periods. Separation of Judiciary, Supreme Court of Bangladesh, Subordinate Courts, Tribunals and Special Courts, Stages of Civil and Criminal Proceedings, Appeal, Review, Reference and Revision, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Writ, Legislation Procedure, Legal Aid: Meaning of Legal Aid, Legal Aid Organizations in Bangladesh, Effectiveness of the Legal Aid Scheme, Legal Profession, Bar Council: Power and Functions of the Bar Council, Enrolment to the Bar Association, Tribunal and Disciplinary Proceedings.

Books Recommended

1.        Md. Abdul Halim, The Legal System of Bangladesh, Dhaka: CCB, 2014.

2.        Dr. Mofizul Islam Patwari, Legal System of Bangladesh, Dhaka: HEAB, 2004.

 

LAW-102

Law of Contract

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Definition of Contract, Kinds Contract, Formation of contract: Communication, Offer, Acceptance, Revocation, Consideration, voidable Contract, Capacity of the Parties, Free Consent: Coercion, undue Influence, Fraud, Misrepresentation, Mistake of Facts and Law, Void Agreements, Contingent Contracts. Performance of Contracts: Contracts which must be Performed, Time and Place of Performance, Performance of Reciprocal Promises, Apportionment of Payments. Contract Which Need not be Performed, Certain Relations Resembling those Created by contract, Consequences of breach of Contract, Contract indemnity and Guarantee, Bailment: Kinds of Bailment, Rights and duties of Bailor and Bailee, Termination of Bailment. Suits by Bailors or Bailees against the Wrong-doer Pledge Agency: Different Classes of Agents Creation of Agency, Agent’s Authority; Rights and Duties of the Principal and Agent Personal Responsibility of Agents.

Books Recommended

1.        Mohammad Ekramul Haque, Law of Contract, Dhaka: Law Lyceum, 2004.

2.        Shawkat Mahmood, The Contract Act, Lahore: 1981.

 

LAW-103

Constitutional Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Introduction Conception and Elements of State, Meaning of Constitution, The Concept of Constitutionalism, Contents and Classifications of Constitutions, Nature and Scope of Constitutional Law, Constitutional Law of Bangladesh Framing of the Constitution of Bangladesh, Interpretation Constitution, Preamble Supremacy of the Constitution, Fundamental Principles of State Policy, Fundamental Rights and their Enforcement, The Executive: Powers and Functions of the President, Prime Minister and Cabinet, Ministerial Responsibility, Care- taker Government, Local Government, The Legislature : Parliament, Its Composition, Functions, Privileges, Immunities, Legislative arid financial Procedures, Ordinance Making Power, Judiciary, Administrative Tribunal, Separation of power and Independence of judiciary, Constitutional Remedies, Judicial Review, Writ, Amendments of the Constitution, Miscellaneous.

Books Recommended

1.   Md. Abdul Halim, Constitutional Law of Bangladesh, Dhaka: CCB, 2001.

2.   Mahmudul Islam, Constitution law of Bangladesh, Dhaka: Mullick Brothers, 2002.

 

LAW-104

Jurisprudence

Marks-100

Credits- 03

On the Concept of Law and its relations: Definitions of Law, Schools of legal thought, Natural law, Positive law, Kelsen’s pure theory of law, Sociological school of law, Historical school of Law and Legal realism; Concept of legal system. Classifications of law and rights: Municipal Law, International Law, Customary Law, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Duty, definition and kind of legal right, enforcement and extinction of legal right, kinds and scopes of civil rights, The Ideas of Justice: Civil and Criminal Justice, Justice Administration systems, Theories of Punishment, kinds of punishment, Death penalty, Legal Concepts: State sovereignty, Legislation and codification, Legislation and custom, rules of interpretation of statutes, Kinds of property and lien, leases, Mortgage; kinds of ownership, Trust, bailment and agency; Kinds of possession.

Books Recommended

1.        P J Fitzgerald, Salmond on Jurisprudence, India: Universal Law Publishing Co. 2003.

2.        R.W.M. Dias, Jurisprudence, New Delhi: Aditya Books Pvt, 1994.

 

BAN-101 (L)

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Marks-100

Credits- 03

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Books Recommended

1.       1.Aveyj Kvjvg gbRyi †gvi‡k`, AvaywbK fvlvZË¡, gvIjv eªv`vm,© XvKv, 2002| 

2.   iwdKzj Bmjvg, fvlvZË,¡  eyK wfD, XvKv, 1992|

3.        iv‡gk^i kÕ, mvaviY fvlvweÁvb I evsjv fvlv, cy¯ÍK wecwY, KjKvZv, 1998|

4.        BOU Resource Materials.

 

First Year Second Semester

 

LAW-105

Law of Equity and Trust

Marks-100

Credits- 03

The Origin and Development of Equity, Equitable Rights and Interests, Equity and Its Relation to Law. Difference between Legal and Equitable Estate, Twelve Maxim, Application of Equity in Bangladesh, Classification of Equitable Right, Equitable Remedies: Specific Performance, Injunction, Appointment of Receiver. Trust Origin Development of Trust, Creation of Trust. Classification of Trust Express Implied Trust by Implication of Law public Trust and Private Trust, Rights, Power and Obligations of Trustee, Removal and Retirement of Trustee, Rights and Liabilities of Beneficiary, Breach of Trust and Remedies for the Breach of Trust, Determination of Trusts and Trusteeship, Resulting and Constructive Trusts.

Books Recommended

1.        B.M Gandhi, Equity, Trusts of Specific Relief, Lucknow: Eastern Book, 2001.

2.        G.W. Keeton and L.A. Sheridan, The Law of Trusts, London: Barry Rose Law Publishers, 1993.

 

LAW-106

Muslim Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Introduction and application of Muslim law under British rule in India and subsequent legislative changes, Muslim law relating Rule of Inheritance, Muslim Law relating to marriage (Definition, Essentials of a valid marriage, Registration of marriage, Dissolution of marriage), Laws relating to Dower (Definition, Classification, Sharia laws, legislative enactments and case-laws relating to dower), Maintenance, Custody and Guardianship (Definition, Sharia laws, legislative enactments and case laws relating to maintenance, custody and guardianship), Gift and Will (Definitions, Essentials, Classifications, Governing principles relating to Gift and Will), Wakf, Pre-emption (Definition, Essentials, Principles governing, Statutory laws relating to Wakf and Pre-emption), The Family Courts Ordinance, 1985 (Jurisdiction, composition and functions of family Court, Institution of Suit, Camera trial, Appeal provisions)

Books Recommended

1.        Syed Ameer Ali, Mohommedon Law, Vol. I & I, New Delhi: 1985.

2.        Asaf A.A. Fyzee, Outline of Muhammadan Law, New Delhi: 1974.

 

LAW-107

Hindu Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Nature of Hindu Law; Subjects of Hindu Law; Source of Hindu Law and its application; Historical Development of Hindu Law, Schools of Hindu Law: Dayabhaga and Mitakshara, Marriage: Classification of marriages, consequences, rituals of marriage, Maintenance; Adoption; Guardianship; Will; Gift, Hindu joint family; Coparceners and Coparcenary Property; Powers, Rights, Role and Obligations of Karta of the Joint Family, Law of Inheritance: General Principles of Inheritance; Order of Inheritance according  to Mitakshara Law; Order of Inheritance according to the Dayabhaga Law; Point of Differences between Mitakshara and Dayabhaga Succession; Exclusion from Inheritance, Stridhana and Women’s estate, Religious and Charitable Endowments: Powers, functions, liabilities and position of Shebait and Mohanto, Application of Hindu Law in Bangladesh and India: A Comparative Study

Books Recommended

1.        Werner F. Menski, Hindu Law, India: Oxford University Press, 2004.

2.        B.M. Gandhi, Hindu Law, Delhi: Eastern Book Co. 1999.

LAW-108

Law of Torts and Consumer Protection

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Law of Torts

Definition and Nature of Tort, Conditions: Liability, Absolute Liability, Mens rea, Exemptions, Immunities, Joint Wrongdoers, Vicarious Liability, Devolutions of Right and Liability, Negligence, Trespass, Dispossession, Nuisance, Injuries to Servitudes, Conversion and other Injuries to Chattels, Injuries to Persons, Injuries to Domestic Relations, Defamation, Intimidation, Deceit and Injurious Falsehood, Liability for Dangerous Property, Wrongful Process of Law, Wrongful Confinement and Malicious Prosecution, Remedies in Tort: Specific Restitution, Injunction, Damages.

Consumer Protection Law

Meaning and Concept of Consumer, Consumerism and Consumer Protection, Development of the Concept of Consumer Protection, Consumer Sovereignty, Effect of Laissez Faire, Rights of Consumers, Areas of Consumer Protection Laws, Consumer Protection Laws of Bangladesh.

Books Recommended

1.        Durga Das Basu, The Law of Torts, Calcutta : Kamal Law House, 2000

2.        Dr. Mizanur Rahman, Consumer Protection: A Swedish Approach

 

LAW-109

English for Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Origin and meaning of maxims, Usage of maxims in sentences to bring out the clarity of meaning; Legal terms and phrases: Purposes, Legal terms and phrases, Legal language; Characteristic feature of legal English, basic grammatical patterns and vocabulary items; Background of law and language, Importance of language for law, Importance of command on language; Developing writing skills – knowledge of concords and determiners (a, an, the) Correct usage of nouns, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs and prepositions, Précis writing, letter writing, report writing; Types of communication- Intrapersonal, dyadic, small group, public, mass, Communication competence- pronunciation, intonation, accent, rhythm, articulation, modulation & pitch, body language, tone, choice of words, Characteristics of competent communicators, Legal essays & applications writing, Making summary of cases, Extensive reading practice of legal stories and biographies.

Books Recommended

1.     Outline for Legal Language - by Dr. Anirudh Prasad, Central Law Publications; Seventh Edition (2014).

2.     Legal Language and General English – by Dr. S.C. [Legal Language, Legal Writing and General English (Sixth Edition, 2014].

 

Second Year Third Semester

 

LAW-201

Criminology

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Concept of Crime: Definition of crime; Social and legal perspective; Characteristics of crime; crime as a social problem; Difference between sin and crime, crime and immorality. Criminology: nature, scope, Objectives; its evolution and Relationship with other social sciences, Etiology of crime; Different school of criminology; Theories of Crime, biological, sociological, psychological, Economical and Geographical aspects of Crimes. White collar crime: Definition and Characteristics; White collar crimes in Bangladesh; Remedial measures of White Collar Crime. Juvenile delinquency: Causation and factors of Juvenile delinquency, Juvenile courts in Bangladesh. Reformation: Concept of Parole, Probation and Open Prison, Distinction between a parole and Probation, Roles and Duties of a parole and a Probation Officer. Police and Prison Administration: Definition and characteristics of criminal law, Law enforcement agencies and police, Prison system in Bangladesh. Penology: Theories and forms of punishment, Arguments in Favor and against Death Sentence.

Books Recommended

1.        George B. Void, Theoretical Criminology, New York: Oxford University Press, 1998.

2.        Edwin El. Sutherland, Principles of Criminology, India: Bombay, 1968.

 

LAW-202

Penal Laws

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Introductory Discussion: Public Wrong, Definition of Crime, Offence, Nature of Crime, Distinction between Tort and Crime, Distinction between Crime and Breach of Contract, Limit of fines and Imprisonment: Imprisonment in Default of Payment of fines, Calculation of the terms of imprisonment. General Explanations: General Exceptions, Meaning of Good faith, Rights of private defense; joint liability. Offences in particular: Abetment; Criminal Conspiracy; Offences against the State. Offences related to the Army; Navy and Air force, Offences against the public tranquility, Offences by or relating to public servant, Offences relating to Election, Contempt of the lawful authority of public service, False evidence and Offences against public justice, Murder and Culpable Homicide, Cheating, Criminal trespass, Criminal breach of contracts of service Offences relating to marriage, Defamation, Criminal intimidation; insult and annoyance; attempts to commit offences.

Books Recommended

1.        D.L.R. Penal Code, Dhaka: Dhaka Law Reports, 2003.

2.        L. Kabir, Lecture on the Penal Code with Leading Cases, Dhaka: Law House, 1970.

 

LAW-203

Land Laws of Bangladesh

Marks-100

Credits- 03

History of Land Law: Permanent Settlement, Position of Zamindars before and after Permanent Settlement, Rights reserved by government, Effects of Permanent Settlement on the state, Zamindars, Talukdars and cultivators, Defects of Permanent Settlement, Decennial Settlement Regulation v111 of 1793, Independent and Dependent Taluk, Dependent Talukdars, Independent Talukdars, Lakhiraj, Niskar, Nankar, Mulguzari, Laws relating to Alluvion and Diluvion; History behind enacting the Bengal Tenancy Act, 1885, The State Acquisition and Tenancy Act, 1950: History behind enacting the Act, Constitutional objection, Acquisition of interest of certain receivers, special provision regarding lands held in lieu of service, Preparation of record- of Rights, Assessment and payment of compensation, Provisions relating to arrears of revenue, rent and cesses; Incidents of holding of raiyats and transfer; Purchase and Acquisition of land. Pre emption, Meaning of Record of Records, Record of Rights under the Bengal Tenancy Act, 1885; Record of Rights under the State Acquisition and Tenancy Act, 1950; Procedures of preparation of record of rights, Maintenance and revision of record of rights; Evidential value of Record of Rights. Amalgamation, sub-division and consolidation of holdings, Land Survey Tribunal and land Survey Appellate Tribunal. State Acquisition Rules, 1951; Non gricultural Tenancy ACT, 1949; The Land Reform ordinance, 1984.

Books Recommended

1.        Ministry of Land, Land Administration Manual, (Vols. I & II), Dhaka: 2003.

2.        L. Kabir: Land Laws of Bangladesh (In 4 Vols.), Dhaka: Law House, 1982.

 

LAW-204

Law of Transfer of Property

Marks-100

Credits- 03

General principles of Transfer of Property: Meaning and modes of Transfer of Property, Transfer by Act of parties inter- vivos- Concept and meaning of immovable property- Transferable Immovable Property, Persons Competent to transfer: Restraining alienation and restrictions repugnant to the interest Created, Rule against perpetuity and exceptions, Direction for accumulation- Vested and Contingent interest. Legal Doctrines: Sale of immovable properties; Doctrine of Lispendence; Part performance; Mortgage; Doctrine of Marshalling, Contribution, Election subrogation and Foreclosures; Lease, Exchange, gift and transfer of actionable claims, Registration of Documents.

Books Recommended

1.        D.L.R., Transfer of Property Act, Third Edition, Dhaka: Dhaka Law Reports, 2004.

2.        Wt †gvt b~iæj nK, m  úwË n¯ÍvšÍi AvBb I Av‡jv bv, XvKv: nK cvewj‡Kkb, 1998|

 

LAW-205

Code of Civil Procedure

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Introduction to Procedural Law: jurisdiction of the courts, suits of civil nature, res judicata, place of suing, institution of suits, parties to the suits, Summons: Modes of serving summons, Service of summons, Pleadings, Issues and other proceedings: Plaint and written statement, Contents of Plaint and written statement, framing of issues, discovery, inspection, admission, interrogatories and production of documents, Special procedure: Special procedure in particular classes of suits, Suits by or against minors and persons of unsound mind, Suits by or against government or public officers in their officials capacity, commissions, suits, by or against corporations etc, Interpleaded suits, pauper suits; suits relating to mortgage of immovable property. Effects of Appearance & Non Appearance: Effects of Appearance & Non Appearance of parties; Hearing of the suit and examination of witnesses, Affidavits, Death, Marriage and insolvency of parties. Interim orders: Arrest and attachment before judgment, Temporary injunctions, Interlocutory orders, Appointment of receivers, Withdrawal and adjustment of suits. Miscellaneous: Execution of decrees and orders, Appeal, review, reference, revision, Arrest and detention, Attachment of property, restitution.

Books Recommended

1.        Government Publication, Code of Civil Procedure 1908 with Amendments.

2.        MvRx kvgQzi ingvb, †`Iqvbx Kvh©wewai fvl¨, XvKv: †Lvk‡ivR wKZve gnj, 1986|

Second Year Fourth Semester

 

LAW-206

Law of Registration and Limitation

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Law of Registration

Register able documents, Place of registration, Time of presentation documents or registration, Enforcing Matter of Registration: Enforcing the appearance of expectants and witnesses, Effect of registration, Duties and power of registration officers, Refusal to register, Fees for registration, searches and copies.

Limitation

Object interpretation and application of the Limitation Act, Limitation of Suits, Appeals and Application: Waiver of limitation, Limitation of Suits, Appeals and Application, Period of Limitation: Computation of Period of Limitation, Grounds of exemption from exemption of period of limitations, Suspension of limitation, Acquisition of Ownership: Acquisition of Ownership by Possession, Acquisition of easement rights, Limitation in suit for recovery of land.

Books Recommended

1.              Law of Registration and Limitation, DLR Publication.

2.              Shaukat Mahmood, The Registration Act, Lahore: 1991.

 

LAW-207

Fiscal Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

A brief history and evaluation of the present Income Tax Ordinance (XXXVI of 1984) in Bangladesh Structure and Shape of the Income Tax Law, Definition: Assessee, classification, Residential Status, Tax payers Identification Number or TIN, Total Income Taxes, Income year, Assessment year, perquisites, Investment Tax Credit, Assessment Procedures, Payment of Tax by the Assessee after the Receipt of Notice of Demand, Recovery of Tax from the Assessee in Default, Refund of Tax. Imposition of Penalty, Mode of Payment of Tax before Assessment: Deduction of Tax at Sources, Advance Payment of Tax, Heads of Income: Income from Salaries, Interest on Securities, Income from House Properties, Agriculture Income, Income from Business or Profession, Capital Gain, Income from Other Sources; Method of Accounting, Income Tax Authority, Exemptions, Responsibilities as a Tax payer under VAT, Accounting and Books to are Maintained Compulsorily, Tax Collection and Payment application of VAT. Offences and penalties, appeal, Draw Back for Imported Goods, Effect of VAT

Books Recommended

1.              M. Nurunnabi, A Commentary on Income Tax Laws, Rajshahi: 2001.

2.              Government Publication on Income on Income Tax.

LAW-208

Company Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

History of Company Laws Beginning from The Crown Till the Passing of Company’s Act, l994’,The Nature of Legal Personality and Lifting of Veil of Incorporation, Advantages and Disadvantages of Companies with Reference to Decided Cases, Formation of the Company : The Preparation and Submission of the Memorandum and Articles of Association, The Duties and Liabilities of Promoters, The Requirements for Prospectuses and Liabilities thereof, Different Types of Companies, The Role of Registrar of Companies, Majority Rule and Minority Protection, Fraud o Minority, Memorandum of Association, The Relation Between Company and Outside The Doctrine of Liability of Company and Director For Ultra Vires Acts,. Alteration of Objects, Constrictive Notice and Indoor Management, The Commission, of Torts by the Company, Vicarious Liability and the Alter Ego Doctrine, Article of Association and Alteration of Articles, The Relation Between the Company and Its Members and among the Members Inters, Directors Appointment, Dismissal, Disqualification, Duties, Powers and Limitations, Managing Director Management of the Company Meeting, Voting and resolutions, Division of Function Functions among Officers and Organs of the Company, Shares and Debentures. Registration, Different Classes of Shares, Rights of Different Classes and the Variation of Share Rights Capital : Raising, Maintaining and Reducing the Capital, Discounts, Premiums, Payment of Dividends and Purchase by the Company of Its Shares, Winding-Up : Types of Winding-Up, Powers and Duties of the Liquidator, Partnership : Definition and Nature of Partnership, Formation of Partnership, Test of Partnership, Kinds of Partners, Relation of Partners to One Another Relation with Third Parties, Implied Authority, Mutual Rights and ‘Liabilities, Dissolution Firm and Consequences, Registration of Firms, Effects of Non- Registration.

Books Recommended

1.              Bangladesh Gazette (Latest): The Company Act, 1994.

2.              Dr. M. Zahir Company Law, UPL, 2000.

3.              L.C.B. Gower and Davies: Principles of Modern Company, 7th Edition, Sweet, and Maxwell, 2003.

 

LAW-209

Law of Public Demands Recovery and Arthha Rin Adalat Ain

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Law of Public Demands Recovery

Nature and Scope: of the Pubic Demands Recovery Service and Effect Certificates and Hearing of Objections thereto, Execution of Certificate, Attachment, Sale and Aside of Sale. Purchaser after Sale and Setting Aside of Sale, Resistance to Purchaser after Sale, Arrest, Detention and Release, Reference to Civil court, Supplementary, Provision Costs, Compensation, Appeal, Bar to Second Appeal, Revision, Review, Application of the Limitation Penalties.

Arthha Rin Adalat Ain

Laws relating to Artha Rin Adalat: A brief introduction to Artha Rin Adalat Ain, 2003, definitions, composition and jurisdiction of Artha Rin Adalat, procedure of trial before Artha Rin Adalat, settlement of dispute in alternative way, execution of decrees passed by Artha Rin Adalat, provisions for appeal and revision.

Books Recommended

1.        DLR, Public Demands Recovery Act

2.        Sultan Ahmed, The Public Demands Recovery Act, Anupam Gyan Bhandar; 2nd rev. and enl. ed edition (1991).

3.        S C Sarkar, Public Demands Recovery Act, Calcutta: [1966].

 

LAW-210

Law of Media

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Media and Mass Media, Its Purposes and Role, Forms of Media- Electronic Media and Print Media, A Brief History of Media Laws and Regulations, Freedom of Expression, Media and Good Governance, Yellow Journalism, Reasons and Way Outs for Prevention of Yellow Journalism, Media Aggression, Press Syndicates and NGO’s, Press Reforms in Bangladesh, Government Policies of Private and Satellite TV Channels: Procedure of Issuing Licence, Autonomy of Bangladesh Radio, Television: Problems and Prospect, Regulatory Agencies of Broadcasting Media, Satellite TV Channels in Bangladesh and their Regulations, Right to Information Act, Cinematograph and Censorship Laws in Bangladesh.

Book Recommended

1.              Abu Naser Md. Gaziul Huq, Mass Media Laws in Bangladesh

2.              S. Kundra, Media Laws and Indian Constitution, Anmol Publisher (2005)

3.              Geoffrey Robertson, Andrew G. L. Nicol, Media Law, Penguin: 3 April 2008

4.              Durga Das Basu, Law of the Press, Prentice Hall of India: 1986.

 Third Year Fifth Semester

 

LAW-301

Code of Criminal Procedure

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Concept, Constitution and Powers of Criminal Courts, General Provisions: Aid and information to Magistrate, Police and persons making arrest, Arrest, Escape and Retaking, Process to compel Appearance, Process to compel production of documents, movable property and for the discovery of persons wrongfully confined, Examination of Witnesses, Record of statements and confession, Proceedings in Prosecutions: Jurisdiction of Criminal Courts in inquiries and Trials, Complaints to Magistrate, Commencement of proceedings before Magistrate, Charge, Trial of cases by Magistrate, Summary Trials, Trials before Court of Session, Provisions as to inquiries and trials, Mode of taking and recording evidence in inquiries and trials, Judgment, Submission of sentences for confirmation, Execution, Suspensions, Remissions and Commutation of sentences, Previous acquittals or convictions, Appeal, Reference and Revision: Appeals, Reference and Revision, Time for disposal of Appeal and Revision,

Books Recommended

1.        Government Publication, The Code of Criminal Procedure (Act V of 1898).

2.        Ratanlal and Dhirajlal, The Code of Criminal Procedure, Agra: Wadhwa and company, 1997.

 

LAW-302

Law of Evidence

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Definition and functions of evidence, Classification of evidence, Relevancy of Facts: Motive, preparation and conduct, Facts showing state of mind, Dying declaration, Admission, Confession, Statement by persons who cannot be called as witnesses, Relevancy of certain statements made in special circumstances, Relevancy of judgments, opinions of third person and characters, Proof of Facts: Facts need not be proved, Specific rules of burden of proof, Estoppels, Oral and Documentary Evidence: Oral evidence, Documentary evidences, Documentary evidences, Exclusion of oral by documentary evidences, Witnesses: Competent witness, Some questions that arise regarding witness, Examination of witness.

Books Recommended

1.        D.LR., The Evidence Act, 3rd Edition, 1999.

2.        Ratanlal Dhirajal, Law of Evidence, India: 2004.

 

LAW-303

Law of Intellectual property

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Introduction: Definition of intellectual property law, Evolution and role of intellectual property law, Copyright: Development of copy right law, Subject matter of copy right protection, Limitations on copy right protection, Piracy and infringement, Remedies, New technology and copy right, Patent: Patents and technological development, Requirements for patentability and ownership of patents, Scope of exclusive rights and duration of protection, Patents infringement, Defenses and remedies, Trademarks: Definition and functions of trademarks, Reasons for the protection of trademarks, Acquisition of trademark right, Registration procedure, Duration of protection and renewal, Termination, World Intellectual property organization (WIPO): Objective and functions of WIPO, Paris convention, New development in intellectual property.

Books Recommended

1.      P. Narayanan, Law of Intellectual Property, India: 1993.

2.        World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), United Nation Publication, 1993.

 

LAW-304

Labour Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Development of labour and industrial laws during British, Pakistani and Bangladeshi period prior to the codification of 2006, Definitions, Employment and Conditions of employment, classification of workers, appointment letter and identity card, service record, register of workers and its contents, leave procedure, stoppage, closure, lock-out, lay-off, death benefit, retrenchment, discharge, misconduct and its punishment, procedure for punishment, termination by employer, termination by worker, retirement of worker, provident fund, eviction from residence, grievance procedure, Employment of young workers. Maternity benefits: Prohibition of employment of women workers in certain cases due to maternity, right to receive maternity benefits and liability to pay, amount of such benefits, amount of benefits in case of death of women worker, Health and Hygiene, Safety, Welfare, Working hours and leaves. Wages and its payment, Wage Board, Compensation for accidental injuries. Trade unions and industrial relations, Dispute resolution, Labour Court, Labour Appellate Tribunal, legal procedure etc., Workers participation in company’s turnover, Provident fund, Offences, penalties and procedure, Labour policy of the Bangladesh Government

Books Recommended

1.        Nirmalendu Dhar, Bangladesh Sromo Ain, 2006, 1^st Edition, Dhaka: 2006.

2.        DLR. Bangladesh Labour Code, Dhaka: 1997.

 

LAW-305

Business Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Law of Negotiable Instruments: definition of negotiable instrument, different kinds of negotiable instrument, holder and holder in due course, parties to a negotiable instrument, negotiation, liability of parties to a negotiable instrument, presentment of negotiable instruments, discharge from liability, dishonour of cheques, Law of Agency: definition and general rules, creation of agency, classes of agents, delegation of authority by agent, duties and rights of agent, extent of agent’s authority, responsibilities of principal to third party, liability of undisclosed principal, concealed principal, personal liability of agent to third party, termination of agency, Law of Partnership: nature of partnership, relations of partners to one another, relations of partners to third parties, introduction, retirement and expulsion of a partner, insolvency of a partner, rights and obligations of incoming and outgoing partners, dissolution of a partnership firm, registration of a partnership firm, Law of Arbitration: Arbitration agreement, jurisdiction of court in respect of matters covered by arbitration agreement, composition, jurisdiction & proceedings of arbitral tribunal, arbitral award, recourse against arbitral award, enforcement of arbitral awards, recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards, provision for appeal, Law of Bankruptcy.

Books Recommended

1.  Charlesworth, Business Sweet & Maxwell, 16th Edition, London: 1991.

2.  Roy Goode, Commercial Law, 3^rd Edition, London: 2004.

Third Year Sixth Semester

 

LAW-306

Specific Relief Act and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Specific Relief Act

Introduction: Scope, Extent and Application of Specific Relief Act, Recovery of possession of property, The Specific Performance of Contracts: Contracts which may be specifically enforced, Contracts which cannot be specifically enforced, Rectification, Rescission Cancellation of Instruments: The Rectification of instruments, The Rescission of Contracts, Cancellation of Instruments, Declaratory Decrees and Appointment of Receivers, Duties of the Receiver, Preventive Relief: Injunctions generally, Temporary and permanent injunction, Mandatory Injunction.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Meaning and Nature of ADR, Recent Developments of ADR in Bangladesh, Legal Provisions Regarding Different Types of ADR in Bangladesh: The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; The Family Courts Ordinance, 1985; The Arbitration Act, 2001; The Artha Rin Adalat Ain, 2003; The Village Court Act, 2006; The Conciliation of Disputes (Municipal Areas) Board Act, 2001; The Bankruptcy Act, 1997; ADR under Labour Laws; Criminal justice delivery system and ADR.

Books Recommended

1.        D.L.R, Specific Relief Act, Dhaka: 1997.

2.        Henry J. Brown, Arthur L. Marriott, ADR Principles and Practice, [3^rd Ed: London, 2011].

 

LAW-307

Interpretation of Statutes and General Clauses Act

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Interpretation of Statutes

Definition of Statutes, Forms and Types of Statutes, Difference between Statutes and Other Laws, Interpretation and Construction, Approach to Interpretation, Necessity of Interpretation, Maxims of Interpretation, Types of Interpretation: Historical, Grammatical, Teleological, Jurisprudential, Purposive, Sociological, Harmonious Construction; Rules of Interpretation- Golden Rules and Mischief Rules, Interpretation of Non-Obstante Clauses, Presumptions in Interpretation, Internal and External Aid to Interpretation; Working Papers- Comparison between Interpretation of Statutes, Interpretation of Constitution and Interpretation of International Treaties, Understanding Interpretation from Case Laws.

General Clauses Act 1897

Objectives of the Act, General Definitions, Application of Certain Definitions to all Bangladeshi Laws, General Rules of Construction, Powers and Functionaries, Provisions as to Orders, Rules, etc. made under Enactment and Provisions.

Books Recommended

1.        Aharon Barak, Purposive Interpretation in Law, [Princeton University Press (September 16, 2007)]

2.        F A R Bennion, Statutory Interpretation, [Pub: Butterworths; 2001]

3.        N S Bindra, Interpretation of Statutes, [Twelfth edition (24 October 2016)]

 

LAW-308

Administrative Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Meaning and Nature of Administrative Law, Importance of Administrative Law, Rule of Law and Droit Administratiff, Separation of Powers and Administrative Law, Origin and Development of Administrative Law in U.K., U.S.A., and South Asian Countries, Legislative Powers of Administration, Delegated Legislation, Limits of Delegated Legislation, Concept of Ultra Vires, Administrative Adjudication, Administrative Tribunals, Control of Judicial Power, Exercise of Administrative Discretion and Its Limits, Control of Administrative Powers and Actions -Judicial Review, Writs Public Interest Litigation, Ombudsman, Public Corporations, Government Liability, Decentralization of Administration – Its Aims and Objectives, Local Government and Local Self-Government in Bangladesh.

Books Recommended

1.        Hood Philips, Constitutional Law and Administrative Law, Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell; 8th edition (2001)]

2.        C. K. Thacker, Administrative Law, Eastern Book Company; 2nd Edition, 2012.

3.        M. P. Jain, Administrative Law, Lexis Nexis India; Seventh edition (2011).

 

LAW-309

Law of Corporate Governance

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Definition, characteristics, and kinds of companies, Historical background of the concept of the company, Corporate personality: its nature and effects; Solomon vs. Solomon & Co. principle; lifting the corporate veil, Formation of a company: preparation and submission of the Memorandum and Articles of Association; the duties and liabilities of promoters, Majority Rule and the Minority protection; fraud on the minority, Corporate Consultation: Memorandum and Articles of the company; clauses of the Memorandum; contents of the memorandum and the Article; doctrine of ultra vires; alteration of the Memorandum and the Articles; the doctrine of Constructive Notice; the doctrine of Indoor Management, The relation between the company and its members, Corporate Management, Corporate Financing: debt financing and equity financing, Winding-up of companies, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Bank Companies Act (1991) and basic banking operations & Islamic banking.

Books Recommended

1.        Avtar Singh, Company Law, Eastern Book Co. [17th Edition 2018]

2.        K. C. Shekhar, Banking Theory and Practice, UBS Publisher Distributors Ltd., Delhi. 21th Edition: 2018

 

LAW-310

Law and Society

Marks-100

Credits- 03

The idea of sociology of law and its relation to law and to sociology, Law and the rise of the social sciences, The theoretical move towards the sociology of law, Knowledge about the sociology of law and jurisprudence, Sociology of law and the antinomies of modern thought, Max Weber on the rationalization of law, Emile durkheim on law and social solidarity, From sociological jurisprudence to sociology of law, Law and Economics: the regulation of free market, Law and Politics: the role of democratic law, Law and Integration: the legal profession, Legal culture in the sociology of law, Rethinking legal culture, The globalization of law.

(A list of books, journal articles, leading cases, reports, websites etc. will be circulated by the concerned Course teacher)

 

Fourth Year Seventh Semester

 

LAW-401

Public International Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Nature and Historical Development of International Law, Sources of International Law, The subjects of International Law, States as the principal subjects of International Law, The different kinds of States and Non-state entities, International Persons, Neutralized States, Individuals as Subjects of International Law, Recognition, State Territory, Sovereignty and its limitation over State territory, International Rivers and their Regimes, Nationality, Extradition, Intervention, State Succession, State Responsibility, Rights and Duties of States, Diplomatic Immunities, Diplomatic Envoys and Consuls, Special Diplomatic Mission, Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges, The Law and Practices of Treaties, Executive Agreements, International Conventions, Formation and Ratification of Treaties, Law of the Sea, Concept of High Seas, Territorial Sea, Maritime Belt, Hot Pursuit, Piracy, Contiguous Zone, Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf, High Seas and Deep Sea-bed (Common Heritage), The United Nations, Composition and the Role of the UN Organs.

Books Recommended

1.        M.N. Shaw, International Law, (3^rd Ed.), London: 1991.

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LAW-402

Introduction to Human Rights

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Basic Concepts of Human Rights, Development of International Human Right Law, International human rights instruments, Regional human rights instruments, Human rights with special reference to Bangladesh. Institutional Structure of International Human Rights Law: Major Treaties and Supervision, Obligations and Limitations, Civil and Political Rights: Right to Life and Livelihood, Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, Theories of Human Rights; Collective Rights: Right to Self-Determination, Relating factors of Human Rights: Human Rights and Non-State Actors, Human Rights and the State of Emergency, International Human Rights and Armed Conflict, Human Rights and Refugees, Human Rights: Culture and Religion, Relevant Conventions: Declaration of the Rights of the Child 1923; Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UN, 1948); Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action (World Conference on Human Rights, 1993), International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights, Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination, Against Women (CEDAW), Indigenous and Tribal Peoples Convention, 1989 (ILO 169).

Books Recommended

1.        Dr. S K Kapoor, International Law and Human Rights, New Delhi: 2001.

2.        Dr. Mofizul Islam Patwary, International Human Rights Law, Dhaka: HEAB, 2004.

 

LAW-403

Environmental Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

An introduction to the Environmental law: The laws (in international and national perspective) related to the Protection of the environment, the study of different strategies of environmental protection, National and International Environmental Institutions, Regional Environmental Developments, Bangladesh Environmental Conservation Act, 1995: -Department of Environment, Power and functions of the Director, Declaration of ecologically critical area, Remedial measures for injury to ecosystem, Information to the Director General regarding environmental degradation or pollution, Environmental clearance, Appeal, Penalties, Claim for compensation, Offences committed by companies. Environmental Conservation Rules, 1997: Declaration of Ecologically Critical Area, Vehicles emitting, smoke injurious to health and otherwise harmful, Application relating to pollution or degradation of environment, Notice for collection of Sample, Procedure for issuing Environmental Clearance Certificate, Validity period of Environmental Clearance Certificate, Appeal,  Procedure for payment of fees,  Role of Department of Environment,  Conservation  of Playing field, Open space, Garden and Natural Water Body Act, 2000. The Environment Court Act 2000: Establishment of Environment Courts, Jurisdiction of Environment Court, Procedure for investigation, Procedure and power of Environment Court, Authority of Environment Court to inspect, Appeal, Environment Appeal Court.

Books Recommended

1.        Mohiuddin Farooque & S. Rizwana Hasan, Law Regulating Environment in Bangladesh, Dhaka: BELA, 1996.

2.        B.C.A.S., Guide to the Environmental Conservation Act, 1995 & Rules 1997, Dhaka: 1999.

 

LAW-404

Cyber Law

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Definition of cyber law: scope of cyber law, concept of cyberspace, international cyberspace law, advantage of cyber law, Sides of cyber law or ICT act of Bangladesh: Criticism and weakness of ICT Act 2006, Authentication of electronic records by digital signature: Use of electronic records and digital signature in govt. office, Power to make rules by govt. in respect of digital signature, What is damage to computer system: Penalty for damages, Cyber pornography and privacy, Structure, power, procedure of cyber tribunal, human rights in cyberspace, uniform cyberspace regulation.

Books Recommended

1.        Richard Spinello, Cyberethics: Morality and Law in Cyberspace, New York: 2013.

2.        Justice Jotindra Singh, Cyber law, New Delhi: 2011.

 

LAW-101 (L)

History of the Emergence of Bangladesh

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Partition of Bengal, Shadeshi movement and Muslim society of Bengal, Politics of Congress and Muslim league Khilafat and Non cooperation movement in Bengal. Rise and expansion of leftist movement in Bengal, Krisok proja samitiin Bengal politcs, Election of 1937 and Fazlul Haq cabinet, Femine of 1943, Expansion of Muslim league politics. Hindu Muslim communal conflict of 1940

 

partion of Bengal in 1947, Industry, Business Agriculture and communication system of Bengal (1905-1947), language Movement (1948-52), Election of 1954, Martial Law in 1958, Six points Movement, Eleven Points Movement, Mass Upsurge of the 1969, Genaral Election of 1970, Liberation war of 1971.

Books Recommended

1.        Abul Maal A. Muthith, History of Bangladesh, A Sub continental Civilisation, Dhaka: University Press Ltd. 2016.

2.        AvkdvK †nv‡mb, evsjv‡`‡ki Afy¨`q I RvwZmsN, XvKv: evsjv GKv‡Wgx, 2002

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Fourth Year Eighth Semester

 

 

LAW-405

Lawyering Skills and Professional Etiquettes

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Basic ideas on legal drafting, Non-contentious drafting: (Notice, Opinion writing, oaths and affidavit, Power of  attorney, Lease  deed, Will, Mortgage, Deed of gift, Deed of trust etc.) Lower court: Civil and Criminal Drafting (Drafting of FIR, General Diary, Petition Case, Bail, Application, Plaint, Application for temporary injunction, Written Statement, Application for withdrawal of a suit, Appeal against an order), Supreme Court Drafting (Drafting a Writ Petition, criminal Appeal, criminal revision, petition for civil revision). Origin and Development of Professional Conduct and Etiquette, Conduct with Regard to other Advocates, Conduct with Regard to Clients, Duty to the Court, Conduct with Regard to the Public Generally, Laws Regarding Dresses of Advocate

Books Recommended

1.        N.S. Bindra, Law of Conveyancing, Draftsman and Interpretations of Deeds, India: Delhi Law House, 2002.

2.        G.M. Kothari, Principles & Precedents of the Law of Conveyancing, Draftsman, & Interpretation of Deeds & Documents, India: Law Book Co., 1995.

 

LAW-406

Clinical Legal Education

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Professional Ethics and a Professional Accounting System, Factual Investigation: Client interviewing and marshalling of facts, Opinion Drafting, Alternative Dispute Resolution Systems, Drafting of Pleadings: Plaints and Written Statements, Drafting FIR and Complaint, Drafting Bail Petition, Trial Advocacy Skills: Opening Statement, Examination-in-Chief, Cross Examination, Closing Argument.

Moot Court, Placement (Government Agencies, NGOs, and International Organizations), Professional Ethics and a Professional Accounting System, Factual Investigation: Client interviewing and marshalling of facts, Opinion Drafting, Alternative Dispute Resolution Systems Drafting of Pleadings: Plaints and Written Statements, Drafting FIR and Complaint, Drafting Bail Petition, Trail Advocacy Skills: Opening Statement, Examination-in Chief, Cross Examination, Closing Argument.

 

LAW-407

Legal Research and Writing

Marks-100

Credits- 03

Meaning, Nature, Importance and Objectives of Legal Research, Different Kinds of Research, Types of Legal Research, Kinds of Research Methodology, Design and Steps in Legal Research, Case Law Research, Research on Statutes, Questionnaire Survey, Observation, Use of Referencing Style and Bibliography, Source of Materials, Role of Information Technology and Internet in Legal Research, Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty, Writing Styles and Reasoning, Preparation of Research Design.

 

Books Recommended

1.        C R Kothari, Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques, New Age International, 2004

2.        H N Tewari, Legal Research Methodology, Allahabad Law Agency (2016)

3.        Abdullah Al Faruque, Essential of Legal Research, 2nd Print, 2017

  

LAW-408

Term Paper

Marks-100

Credits- 03

  

LAW-409 (V)

Viva Voce

Marks-100

Credits- 03

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