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  •  LAW 1101 – Jurisprudence

    Course Code No: LAW 1101

    Course Name: Jurisprudence

    Course Contents:

    Meaning of Jurisprudence, Nature and scope of jurisprudence, Approach to study of jurisprudence, Significance and utility of jurisprudence, Relations of jurisprudence with other schools, 

    Nature of Law: Definition of Law/What is Law? Purposes of Law Function of law/Austin Theory of Law: Criticism, Advantages of Law, Disadvantages of Law, Question of Law, Question of fact, Kinds of Law: Distinguish and discuss the different types of law, Law and Morals, Distinctions between law and morals, Legal enforcement of law, Substantive Law and procedural law, Distinguish between substantive and procedural law, Salmond’s classification of law, Distinguish: With General Classification of Law, Administration of Justice: Meaning of administration of justice, Importance of administration of justice, Distinguish between civil and criminal justice, Sources of Law: Different sources, Customs: Origin and development of customs, Kinds of Customs, Legal Rights and its classification, Theory of Law and its classification, Theory of Punishment and its importance, Legal Persons and its nature and scope, Liability, Ownership & Possession

    Required Book:

    1. V.D. Mahajan, Jurisprudence & Legal Theory, (Eastern Book Co; 5th Revised ed., December 28, 2008

    2. J.G. Riddal, Jurisprudence, (Oxford University Press, 2nd ed., 2005)

    3. Freeman, Lloyd’s Introduction to Jurisprudence, (Sweet & Maxwell, 9th ed., 2014) 

    4. George White cross Paton, A Textbook of Jurisprudence (Oxford University Press, 1973)

    5. Google search on Jurisprudence and its topics such as meaning of jur, law etc.

    6. Jurisprudence: https://www.businesslaw.org.ua/wp-content/juris.pdf

    7. Jurisprudence:://www.tandfonline.com/toc/rjpn20/current

  • LAW 1102 – Law of Contract

    Course Code No: LAW 1102

    Course Name: Law of Contract

    Course Content: 

    Introduction: Definitions of contract, Historical Development of the Contract Legislation, agreement, consideration, promise, promise, promise etc; classification of contract; valid, void and  voidable agreements; nature and scope of contracts; contractual agreement; making of an agreement, offer and acceptance; communication of offer and acceptance; communication of revocation, Digital Communication. 

    Formation of a Contract: Meaning and essential elements of formation of contract such as parties to the contract, offer, acceptance, consideration, lawful object, free consent etc, Islamic principles for validity of a contract. 

    Capacity of parties: Capacity of parties to contact, contracts by minor, lunatic, minor partner etc and their liabilities.

    Free consent: Meaning and implication, coercion, undue influence, fraud, misrepresentation and mistake; essential elements of coercion, undue influence, fraud, misrepresentation and mistake as well as their legal consequences. 

    Different contracts and their consequences, such as: contingent contracts, wagering contracts, quasi contracts, contract to restrain marriage, contract the performance of which is impossible. 

    Doctrine of Consideration: Legality of consideration, legality of the object of contract etc. 

    Termination and discharge of a contract: Termination and discharge of a contract by performance, refusal or breach by agreement, by impossibilities, remedies for breach of contracts, Islamic principles of termination of contract and on remedies for breach of contract. 

    Some specific classes of contract: Contract of guarantee, contract of indemnity, contract of bailment, contract of agency, different classes of agents, creation of agency, appointment and authority of agents, sub agents, revocation of authority, agent’s duty to principal, principal’s duty to agent, effect of agency on contract with third persons.

    Required Book:

    1. Dr. Muhammad EkramulHaque: Law of Contract, Law Lyceum, Dhaka 2019

    2. Government publication: The Contract Act 1872, Act No. of 1872

    3. Ewan Mckendrick: Contract Law, (Macmillan Law Masters) 14th ed. 2021

    4. Avtar Singh's Law of Contract & Specific Relief. Publisher: Eastern Book Company, 2018

    5. D.F Mulla:  Law of Contract: 15th Edition, 2016

    Books/Journal Recommended 

    1. DLR of Law of Contract, DLR Publication

    2. Case Book on Contract Law, Jill Poole, and Oxford University Press. 

    3. The Oxford Journal of Legal Studies, Faculty of Law, Oxford University Press.

    4. The Public Contract Law Journal, United Kingdom.

    5. Shawn J. Bayern: Offer and Acceptance in Modern Contract Law: A Needless Concept, 103 CAL. L. REV. 67 (2015)

    6. Alan Schwartz and Robert E. Scott : Contract Theory and the Limits of Contract Law, Vol. 113, No. 3 (Dec., 2003), pp. 541-619 (79 pages), The Yale Law Journal Company, Inc

    7. Manasi Kumar &Maren Heinemann: Contract Law in Common Law Countries: A Study in Divergence, Liverpool Law Reviewvolume 43, pages 133–147 (2022)

    Case Law References: 

    1. Balfour v Balfour, [1919] 2 KB 571

    2. Rose and Frank Co v JR Crompton and Bros Ltd, United Kingdom [1925] AC 445

    3. Durga Prasad v. Baldeo (1880)

    4. Mohori Bibeev. Dharmodas Ghose (1903) 30 Cal. 539

    5. Dunlop Pneumatic Tyre Co Ltd v Selfridge Ltd, United Kingdom [1915] AC 847

  • LAW 1103 – Law of Tort and Consumer Protection Act

    Course Code No: LAW 1103

    Course Name: Law of Tort and Consumer Protection Act

      Course Contents

    Definition and nature of tort: Conditions: Liability; absolute liability. Mensrea. Negligence, exemptions, immunities. Joint Wrongdoers. Vicarious liability —Devolution of right and liability. Trespass, dispossession, Nuisance. Injuries to servitudes. Conversion and other injuries to chattels, Injuries to person.Injuries to domestic relations. Defamation. Intimidation. Deceit and injurious false-hood. Liability for dangerous property Wrongful process of law-wrongful confinement and malicious prosecution. Remedies in torts: specific restitution ,  injunction , damages.

    CPA: Tort: Definition, importance, characteristics, Differences between tort and criminal wrong-tort and breach of trust-tort and breach of contract-tort    and   quasi-contract, General elements of tort, remoteness of damage, general, defenses, general remedies for torts, Trespass: Trespass to the Person, trespass to land, tort relating to goods. Vicarious Liability: Definition and classification, liability of master for torts of his servant, basis of the doctrines ‘respondent superior and qui facitaliumfacit per se, relationship between- principal and agent, employer and independent contractor, guardian and ward, Strict Liability: Concept of strict liability, Ryland vs. Fletcher rule, remedies, defenses, liability for animals, Malicious Prosecution: Definition, essentials, distinction between false imprisonment and malicious prosecution, Defamation: Definition, classification, slander and libel, special damages, cases where slander is remediable without any real damage, elements, innuendo, defenses, distinction between defamation and injurious. Falsehood, Negligence: Definition and essentials, res ipsa loquitur, defenses, contributory negligence and its rules, distinction between volenti non fit injuria andcontributory, Negligence, Nuisance: Concept, public nuisance and private nuisance, essentials, defenses, remedies, distinction between- nuisance and negligence, nuisance and trespass, nuisance and Fletcher rule, Remedies in tort:

    Specific restitution, injunction, damages.

    Required Book:

    1. Winfield: Law of Tort, 7h Edition.

    2. Dr. Nurun Nahar, Law of Torts.

    3. A B Siddique, Law of Torts.

    4. Janet Stapleton, “Cause-in-Fact and the Scope of Liability for Consequences” (2003) 119 Law

    5. Quarterly Review 388

    6. Gideon Cohen ‘Fairchild, Gregg v Scott and

    7. Damage to What’ (2009) 5 Cambridge Student

    8. Law Review 109

  • LAW 1104 – Muslim Law

    Course Code No: LAW 1104

    Course Name: Muslim Law

    Course Contents

    Pre-Islamic Arabian customs and their influence on Islamic Law-concept of law in Islamic Jurisprudence-meaning of Shariah ,Sources of Muslim law, Different schools of Muslim law and reasons for their development, Introduction and application of Muslim Law under British rule in India, subsequent legislative changes, Law relating to Marriage -Dower-Divorce-Guardianship-Maintenance- Legitimacy and Paternity of a child. Law relating to: Gift (hiba) Wakf-Preemption, Will, Muslim-Marz-ulmaut. Inheritance ( Hanafi and Shia schools);Statutory Laws: The Child Marriage Restraint Act, 1929, The Muslim Marriage Dissolution Act, 1939;The Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961;The Muslim Marriage and Divorce Registration Act,1974; The Muslim Family Court Ordinance, 1985.

    Required Book:

    D. F. Mulla; Principles of Mohammedan Law

    1. Syed Khalid Rashid: Muslim Law

    2. Muhammad FaizUddin, A Text Book on Islamic Law

    3. N. J. Coulson, Muslim Law of Succession

    List of Statutes:

    1. The Dissolution of Muslim Marriage Act, 1939; 

    2. The Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961; 

    3. The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1980; 

    4. The Muslim Marriage and Divorces (Registration) Act, 1974; 

    5. The Child Marriage Restraint Act 2017;

    6.  The Family Court Ordinance 1985; 

    7. The Guardianship and Wards Act, 1890;

FIRST YEAR SECOND SEMESTER

  • LAW 1201 – Hindu& Christian Personal Law

    Course No: LAW 1201

    Course Name:  Hindu& Christian Personal Law

    Course Contents

    Family Laws can be defined as the legal act, which deal with the relations of women and men in the family, such as marriage, divorce, dowry, child maintenance, guardianship, custody, inheritance, restitution of conjugal life. Family Law usually based on religious or secular values of different communities that regulates the rights and responsibilities of individuals within their families in these communities. In Bangladesh family laws consists of personal laws of the respective religious communities like Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Buddhist or Tribal. Hindu community is the second largest religious community in Bangladesh. According to population census report 2001 national report 9.2% of the population of our country belong to the Hindu Community. Hindu Law isa body of rules, customs, and usages guiding the beliefs and ways of life of the Hindus. Their social and family affairs all are very intensely controlled and influenced by their religious doctrine. As a customary law, Hindu Law deprived women much rather than other religious law. When it comes to safeguarding the patriarchal system using religion, depriving women becomes the common going ground for most religion.

    Required Book:

    1. Hindu Ain of Liton Dev with Hints on Question and Answer, ReMiSi Publishers, Dhaka.

    2. Hindu law in Bangladesh: Theory and Practice (Paperback

    3. A Comparative Study on Principles, Statutes and Precedents on Hindu law in Bangladesh by Advocate Md. Azizul Haque

  • LAW 1202 –  Law of Labour Relations

    Course Code No: LAW 1202

    Course Name: Law of Labour Relations

    Course Contents

    The Bangladesh Labour Act, 2006, amendments, development, background of labour laws, Industrial laws and policies Definition, Appointment and Condition of Employment, Employment of Adolescent Worker. Health and hygiene, Safety, Welfare Measures, Working Flours and Leave, Wages and it’s Payment, ILO laws and policy, constitutional bindings, labour courts etc.

    Required Book:

    1. Nirmalendu Dhar, Labour and Industrial Laws of Bangladesh with Hints on Question and Answer, ReMiSi Publishers, Dhaka.

    2. Abdul Halim, the Bangladesh Labour Code, 2006 (English & Bengali), CCB Book Centre, Dhaka.

    3. Syed Hasan Jamil, Bangladesh Labour Laws, National Publications, Dhaka.

  •  LAW 1203 –  Legal and Constitutional History of Bangladesh

    Course Code No: LAW 1203

    Course Name: Legal and Constitutional History of Bangladesh

    Course Content: 

    Introduction: Introduction to law and legal system, classification of law and sources, meaning and definition of legal history and significance, scope and limitation of legal history. Area of legal history (1512 AD- 1971AD).

    Legal History of India : Basic concept on the Judicial System of India during the Hindu Period & the Muslim Period; The East India Company and the early Royal Charters; British Settlement and Administration of Justice at Bomby, Madras and Calcutta before 1726; The Mayor's Court; Charters of 1726 and 1753, Charters in practice, Grant and significance of the Diwany; Dual Government of Robert Clive; The Regulating Act of 1773, Supreme Court at Calcutta and its working; Judicial Reforms of: a) Warren Hastings, b) Lord Cornwallis, c) Lord Amherst & d) Lord William Bentinck; The Character Act of 1833. Law Commission; Codification: Influence of English law in India; Introduction of the Doctrine of Equity, Justice and Good Conscience, the Gentoo Code; Customary Law and Codification, Personal laws of Muslims and Hindus; The Indian High Courts Act 1861;Constitutional Acts 1861-1971; Growth of Legal Profession in India before 1947; History of the Privy Council and its necessity; The Federal Court.

    Legal History of Bangladesh: Introduction to legal history of Bangladesh. State succession, the statutory law and judiciary in Bangladesh.Meaning and definition of contract, classification and features.Amendment of the constitution and procedures.

    Required Book:

    1. M P Jain, Outlines of Indian Legal and Constitutional History (LexisNexis India, 7thedi., 2014)

    2. KaziEbadulHaque, Evolution of the Administration of Justice (Bangla Academy, 1997

    3. B M Gandhi, V D Kulshreshtha, Landmarks in Indian Legal and Constitutional History (Eastern Book Company, 10thedi. 2012)

    4. Justice M Rama Jois, Ancient Indian Law (Universal Law Publishing, 2007

    5. AzizulHoque, The Legal System of Bangladesh (BILLIA, 1980)

    6. Gary Slaperand David Kelly, The English Legal System (Routledge publication, 14thedi. 2014) 

    7. V.D. Kulshreshtha's:  Landmarks in Indian Legal Constitutional History, EBC Publishing,14th 2019

    1. DR. N.V.PARANJAPE: INDIAN LEGAL AND CONSTITUTIONAL HISTORY, CENTRAL LAW AGENCY,2015

    2. Md. Abdul Halim, The Legal System of Bangladesh (CCB Foundation, 4thedi. 2009)

    3. The Constitution of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

    Books/Journal Recommended 

    1. Dr. BelalHossain Joy: Constitutional History of Bangladesh, Pallal Publication, 2019

    2. Mohammad Abdul Hannan, Md. Arifuzzaman: Separation of Judiciary and Judicial Independence in Bangladesh: An Appraisal,Open Access Library Journal, ISSN- 2333-9705

    3. Pranab Kumar Panday&Md. AwalHossainMollah: The judicial system of Bangladesh: An overview from historical viewpoint,The judicial system of Bangladesh: An overview from historical viewpoint,International Journal of Law and Management 53(1):6-31

    4. Journal of the History of International Law, Publisher Brill  Nijhoff, ISSN: 1571-8050 1388-199X 

  •  LAW 1204 – Public International Law

    Course Code No: LAW 1204

    Course Name: Public International Law

    Course Content: 

    Origin, Nature and Development of International Law, Basis of International law, Law of Nature, Positivism, Sanctions behind non-observance of International law, Subject of international law. Relationship between international Law and Municipal law, Sources of International Law: Material sources of International law: International Treaties and conventions, International Customs as evidence of a general practice –accepted as law, General Principles of law recognized by civilized nations. Decisions of Judicial or Arbitral Tribunals, Juristic Works.

    The Subject of International Law: States as the Principal Subjects of International Law. Different kinds of States and Non-state Entities.Associations and Grouping States-International person.Elements of State Territory, Modes of Acquisition and losing of state territory. Rights and Duties of States: Jurisdiction. Recognition, State Responsibility.State Succession-Rights and Obligations of predecessor and Succession of States.Diplomatic Envoys and consuls.Special Diplomatic Missions.Diplomatic Immunities and privileges. Law and practices as to treaties. Extradition, Asylum, Air aviation law, Peaceful and Forcible Settlement of International Disputes-Intervention.War and Neutrality.Law of the sea.The United Nation Organization-its Organs.Role of the General Assembly, Security Council and the International court of justice in settling International disputes.Contribution of the United Nations in the Development of International Law.Law of nationality.International Law of Refugee and Migration.

    Required References:

    1. Dr.S.KKapoor, International Law and Human Rights,Central Law Agency, 2006

    2. Arif Khan, International Law and Human Rights, Bangladesh Perspective, ( BBC Foundation, 2nd ed, 2018

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    Recommended References:

    1. M.P Tandon& Rajesh Tandon,  Public International Law, (Allahabad Law agency, 4thed. 200) 

    2. J.G Starke, Introduction to International Law, (Aditya books Privare Limited, 10 ed. 1994).

    3. M. Evans (ed.), International Law (Oxford: OUP, 5th ed, 2018)

    4. D. Harris, International Law: Cases and Materials

    5. H. Charles worth and C. Chinkin, The Boundaries of International Law

    6. M. Shaw, International Law

    7. V. Lowe, International Law; and J. Crawford, Brownlie’sPrinciples of Public International Law

    8. Basic legislations

    Case References

    1. Delimitation of the Continental Shelf (UK v France) (1979) 54 ILR 6.

    2. Aerial Incident of July 27 1955 Case (Israel v Bulgaria) [1957] ICJ Pleadings <https://www.icj-cij.org/en/case/35> accessed 20 Sept 2020.

    3. Legal Consequences of the Construction of a Wall in the Occupied Palestinian Territory [2004] Advisory Opinion <https://www.icj-cij.org/en/case/131> accessed 20 Sept 2020.

    4. Allegations of Genocide under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, Ukraine v. Russian Federation: 32 States intervening-2022

    5. Trial of Pakistani Prisoners of War (Pakistan v. India)-1973

SECOND YEAR FIRST SEMESTER

  •  LAW 2101 – Constitutional Law of Bangladesh

    Course Code No: LAW 2101

    Course Name: Constitutional Law of Bangladesh

    Constitution, types of constitutional law, characteristics of goof constitution, relationship with other laws, administrative law and constitutional law, Constitutional Law .Constitutionalism and Rule of Law. Historical background of the Constitution of Bangladesh. The constitution of Bangladesh, 1972 - Preamble, Features. Fundamental Principles of State Policy— Fundamental Rights - Department of Government — Executive — president, Prime minister — Powers. Functions and responsibility. Legislature, Judiciary — Structure, Independence and Accountability of the higher and lower Judiciary, Ordinary and Constitutional Jurisdiction of the higher judiciary, writ.

    Required Readings:

    1. Select Constitutions-Anup Chand Kapur.

    2.  Mahmudul Islam, Constitutional Laws of Bangladesh, 2012, Mollick Brothers. rd edition.

    3. Constitutional Law of UK and USA—MD. Rezaul Karim

    4. Abdul Halim, Constitution, Constitutional Law and Politics: Bangladesh Perspective.

    5. Constitutional History:1955, quoted by Tulwani, C.K. Lectures on Administrative L5. Salmond Jurisprudence, 10th edition.

    6. Materials: www. https://article/research/how-the-constitutions-of-india-pakistan-and bangladesh-were-drafted-8405282

    1. USA constitutional law: Google search and sources

  •  LAW 2102 –  Constitutional Law of the U K, USA and India

    Course Code No: LAW 2102

    Course Name: Constitutional Law of the U K, USA and India

    Course Contents

    Fundamental Concepts-State and Society, State and Government, The Constitution of a State, Kinds of Constitution, Constitutional law. The Constitution of England- Two main rules of English Constitutional Law,Sources, democratic principles and main characteristics of English Constitutional Law. The European Union Law and parliamentary sovereignty. The Sovereignty of Parliament Constitutional position of the King, Judicial proceedings against the Crown. House of Lords and Houseof Commons, Procedure of passing various Bills. The Principles of Cabinet Government in England. Rule of Law, The Human Rights Act 1998. Droit Administration Conventions of the Constitutions Fundamental Rights. The Doctrine of Separation of Powers, 

    US, President, Salient features of Constitution ,Federal power, State power, Preservation of balance, Judicial supremacy etc. The philosophy of the Constitution, The Legislative Branch- Powers and Function of Congress, House of Representatives, The Senate etc. The Executive Branch-Nomination, Powers and Functions of the President etc. The Judicial Branch-Supreme Court of USA, Lower Federal Courts, Territorial Courts. Relation of States to each other. Amendments of the Constitution Ratifying the Constitution (The course will comprise of the following topics to be discussed with reference to the constitutions of U K and relevant topics of other countries including U S A and leading cases), Salient features of the Indian Constitution, Special duties, special features, judicial review, comparative study etc.

    Required Readings:

    1. Select Constitutions-Anup Chand Kapur.

    3. Mahmudul Islam, Constitutional Laws of Bangladesh, 2012, Mollick Brothers. rd edition

    4. Constitutional Law of UK and USA—MD. Rezaul Karim

    5. Abdul Halim, Constitution, Constitutional Law and Politics: Bangladesh Perspective

    6. Constitutional History:1955, quoted by Tulwani, C.K. Lectures on Administrative L5. Salmond Jurisprudence, 10th edition

    7.Materials: www.https://article/research/how-the-constitutions - of- india- pakistan - and bangladesh-were-drafted-8405282

    8. USA constitutional law: Google search and sources. Indian Constitution: Google search and sources

  •  LAW 2102 – Law of Equity and Trust

    Course Code No: LAW 2102

    Course Name: Law of Equity and Trust

    Course Content: 

    Equity: Common Law; Origin and Development of Equity; Nature and Definition of Equity; Courts of Equity: Composition, Powers and Functions; Application of Equity Jurisdiction in Bangladesh; Relation between Law and Equity: Equitable Estate and its relation to Legal Estate; Maxims of Equity; Equitable Remedies; Nature and Definition of Benami Transaction;

    Law of Trust (The Trusts Act, 1882): Origin and Development of Trust; Nature and Definition of Trust; Classification of Trust; Creation of Trust; Three Certainties; Trustee; Appointment and Removal of Trustee; Powers, Functions, Duties and Obligations of Trustee; Beneficiary; Rights and Liabilities of Beneficiary; Breach of Trust and Remedies of Breach of Trust; 

    Required References:

    1. B M Gandhi, Equity, Trust & Specific Relief (3rdedn, Eastern Book Company, 2001)

    2. Aqil Ahmad and Indrajeet Singh, Equity, Trusts and Fiduciary Relations (Reprint edn, Central Law Agency, 2006)

    3. ProbirNeogi, The Law of Specific Relief (Mullink Brothers, 2011)

    4. DLR, The Specific Relief Act (DLR Publication).

    Recommended References:

    1. Durga Das Basu, Equity, Trust & Specific Relief (Kamal Law House, 1996)

    2. Noshirvan H. Jhabvala, The Elements of Equity (17thedn, C. Jamnadas & Co. 2010)

    3. Samanth Hepburn, Principles of Equity and Trusts Law, 2nd edition (Cavendish Publishing, 2001.

  •  LAW 2104 – Law of Succession (all major religion)

    Course Code No: LAW 2104

    Course Name: Law of Succession (all major religion)

    Course Content: 

    Muslim Law of succession: Meaning of law of inheritance, shares of the Quranic heirs, classes of shares, rules of exclusion, types of exclusion, rules and explanations. Principle of Tasib; legal approaches to Umariyyatan and Himariyyatan; the doctrines of 'Awl' and 'Radd' and their jurisprudential aspects; grandfather and collaterals in competition: doctrines of Abu Baker, Ali and Zaid; thabit Muadda rule; Al Malikiyya; Shib al- Malikiyya; Al Musktasara; Al Akhdariyya; reforms on the law of intestate succession relating to orphan grand children: obligatory bequest and its impact. Case Study.

    Hindu Law of succession: Basic concept of the Hindu inheritance law. Dayabhaga succession, classes of heirs, principles of Dayabgha Succession. Mitakshara Succession, Hindu women’s right to property Act-1937, difference between dayabgha and mitakshara system of inheritance. Mitakshara Succession, Hindu women’s right to property Act-1937, difference between dayabgha and mitakshara system of inheritance. Case Study. 

    Christian Law of Succession: Introduction to Christian law os succession and its basic concept. Extract from the Succession Act, 1925 so far relates to Christian law of succession, transfer of property through gift and will. Case Study. 

    Required References:

    1. N.J. Culson, Succession in the Muslim Family Law,(Cambridge University Press,1971)

    2. Faiz Badruddin Tyabji, Muslim Law: The Personal Law of Muslim in India and Pakistan, (Tripathi Pvt. Ltd., Bombay, 4th ed., 1968)

    3. J.N.D. Anderson, Islamic Law in the Modern World, (Greenwood Press, Westport Connecticut, 1959)

    4. Asaf A.A. Fayzee, Outlines of Mohammadan Law, (Oxford University Press, Delhi, 4th ed., 2007)

    5. Nasir J. Jamal, The Islamic Law of Personal Status, (Graham and Tortam, London, 1986).

    6. The Succession Act, 1925, Act No. XXXIX of 1925.

    7. The Hindu Women's Rights to Property Act, 1937, Act No. XVIII of 1937

    8. The Muslim Family Law Ordinance, 1961. Act No.VIII of 1961 

    9. The Sati Regulation, 1829, Act No.VII of 1829

    10. The Hindu Widow’s Remarriage Act, 1856, Act No.XV of 1856

    11. The Hindu Married Women’s Right to Separate Residence and Maintenance Act, 1946, Act No.XIX of 1946.

    12. The Hindu Law of Inheritance (Amendment) Act, 1929, Act No.II of 1929.

    Recommended References: 

    1. Sir Dinshaw Fardunji Mullah  ,  Hindu Law,( 21st Edition , Lexis Nexis, India, 2013)

    2. Mridul Kanti Rakshit , The Principles of Hindu Law,( Published by the Author, 3rd Edition, 1985)

    3. Ludo Rocher Studies in Hindu Law and Dharmasastra, (Anthem Press, London, 1st edition  2012)

    4. The Holy Quran, Relevant Verses

    5. The Holy Hadith , Relevant Part

    6. AL-Ijmah

    7. The Holy Dharmashastra of Hindu Religion

    8. The Holy Bible and others 

    9. Case law of Bangladesh Judiciary 

    10. Carroll, L.( 1983). “Law, Custom and Statutory Social Reform: The Hindu Widows’ Remarriage Act of 1856”, Indian Economic and Social History Review, 20, 363-364.

    11. Ray, R. (1952), “The Background of Hindu Code Bill”, Pacific Affairs25, 268-277.

    Case References 

    1. Mrigangka Mohan Dhali Vs Chitta Ranjan Mondol, High Court Division in Civil Revision No.2049 of 1999

    2. Ibrahim Mondol Vs Shahnaj Begun. U/s 299 & 384 of Indian Succession Act

    3. Nurunnabi v. Jaynal Abedin, 29 DLR (1977) 137

    4. Soudamini Ray Malakar v. Narendra Chandra Barman and Another, 4 DLR (1952) 493.

    5. Mary Roy v. State of Kerala, (1986) 2 SCC 209

SECOND YEAR SECOND SEMESTER

  •  LAW 2201 – Administrative Law

    Course Code No: LAW 2201

    Course Name: Administrative Law

    Course Contents

    Meaning and nature and scope of Administrative Law, Origin and Growth of Administrative Law in Bangladesh,  UK, USA and South Asian Sub-continent, importance of administrative law, rule of law and droit administrative, separation of powers and administrative law.,  local government laws, Legislative Power of Administration,  Judicial power of Legislation, Exercise of Administrative Discretion- its limit, Control of Administrative Power and Action, Public Corporation, Decentralization of Administration, Suit against Government, Administrative law and Constitutional law, Principles of administrative law, administrative tribunals, control of judicial power, Principles of natural justice and their application by courts, tribunals and administrative agencies etc.

    Required  Books:

    1. J. E. Garner, Administrative Law

    2. Griffith and Street, Principles of Administrative Law 

    3. H.W.R. Wade, Administrative Law 

    4. M. A. Fazal, Judicial Control of Administrative Action in India, Pakistan andBangladesh. 

    5. W. Gellhorn, Ombudsman and Others

    6. M.P., Jain, Administrative Law 

    7. Sir Ivor Jennings, Principles of Local Government.

    8. Administrative Law by C.K Takwani

    9. Administrative Law by Dr. S.M. Hasan Talukder    

  • LAW 2201 – Law of Transfer of Property

    Course Code No: LAW 2201

    Course Name: Law of Transfer of Property

    Course Contents

    Definition, object and extent of applicability. Transfer of property inter vivos, Classification of Property General rules governing the transfer of movable and immovable property. Transfer of property. What cannot be transferred. Valid and invalid conditions and limitations on transfer. Transfer to unborn person. Vested interest and contingent interest. Condition precedent and condition subsequent Election. Apportionment. General rules governing transfer of immovable property. Transfer by person authorized only under certain circumstances to transfer. Burden of obligation imposing restrictions of the uses of land or annexed to ownership. Transfer by ostensible owner. Transfers by unauthorized person who subsequently acquires interest. Transfer by co-owners of share in common property — priority of rights created by transfers. Rent bonafide paid to holder under defective title. Improvements made by holder under defective title. Lis pendens, Fraudulent Transfer. Part performance- Sales of immovable property. Mortgages of immovable property. Charges. Lease of immovable property. Exchange. Gift. Transfer of actionable claim.

    Required Books:

    • 1. L. Kabir, Law of Transfer of Property 

    • D. F. Mulla, Transfer of Property Act

    • S. K. Shukla, Transfer of Property Act and Specific Relief Act.

    • Abdul Halim,  Law of Transfer of Properly

  •  LAW 2203 – Law of Taxation

    Course Code No: LAW 2203

    Course Name: Law of Taxation

    Course Content:

    Introduction to tax and modes, types of tax. Introduction to taxation and tax legislation in Bangladesh.

    Bangladesh Income Tax: Basic concept, characteristics, scope and scheme of tax law in Bangladesh, Tax payment cycle, rights and obligations of taxpayer, Basics of income tax: Income year, Assessment year, Assessee etc.,

    Income tax authority in Bangladesh, Income and its classification, Income from Salary, Income from House property, Income from Agriculture, Advance Tax, Set off and Carry forward of losses, Penalty and Appeal relating to tax dispute, Return of income, Value Added Tax, Gift Tax and Customs and Other Taxes.

    Required References:

    1.  Income Tax Ordinance 1984

    2.  Income Tax Rules 1984

    3. The Gift Tax Act 1990

    4. The Wealth Tax Act 1863

    5. Value Added Tax Act 1991

    6. Nikhil Chandra Shil, Bangladesh Income Tax: Theory and Practice, Edition: Thirteenth, Year: 2019, Shams Publications.

    7. Mindy Herzfeld, International Taxation in a Nutshell,

    8.  Tom Wheelwright, Tax-Free Wealth: How to Build Massive Wealth by Permanently Lowering Your Taxes, 2018

    9. Mohammad Imam Hossain, Tax Laws of Bangladeshi Laws and Practices, Edition: First, MI Hossain Publication.

    Recommended References:

    1. Sally Jones, Shelley Rhoades-Catanach, and Sandra Callaghan, Principles of Taxation for Business and Investment Planning-2020, 23rd Edition.

    2. Taxmann's Students' Guide to Income Tax Including GST (62nd Edition 2020-21)

    3. Muhammad Shaheen, Implementation of Taxation Laws in Bangladesh: In Search of an Innovative and Effective Mechanism for Increasing the Number of Tax Payers, an unpublished report, research financed by the University of Chittagong, Bangladesh.

    4. Hussain,S. (1999) “Taxation in Bangladesh: Measures forImprovingtheIncome-Tax System”  (unpublished);Taxation InquiryCommissionReport,1979;  also BudgetSpeech,2002 and Report of the NBR for 2009-10 FY

    5. Analysis of Annual Reports of the NBR.

    6. Bird, RM, Taxing Agricultural Land in Developing Countries, (1974 Harvard UniversityPress) 04, USA

  •  LAW 2204 – Company Law

    Course Code No: LAW 2204

    Course Name: Company Law

    Course content: 

    History of company law; nature and constitution of companies; memorandum and articles of association; doctrine of ultra vires; raising and maintenance of capital; company’s organs and officers; types of companies; formation of companies; prospectus; meeting; investor and creditor’s protection; directors; managing agents; winding-up. 

    Securities Law: Definition; issue of capital purchase of securities; power to call for information; registration and regulation of stock exchanges; investment bank; merchant banker and portfolio manager; financial institution Act; credit hypothecation-maintenance of secrecy; prohibitory orders; penalties; orders; appeals; civil liabilities; revision and review; powers and functions of advisory committee and delegation of power.

    Required References:

    1. L C B Gower, Modern Company Law (Stevens, 3rd ed., 2012).

    2. M  Zahir, Company and Securities Law (The University Press, 2000).

    3. Avtar Singh, Company Law ( Eastern Book Company, 15th ed., 2009)

    4. P P S Gogna, A Text Book of Company Law (S. Chand & Company Ltd., 2nd ed., 1990)

    5. Dr. Mohammad Abdul Hannan, An Introduction to Company Law (ProkashNiketon, Dhaka 1st ed., 2008

     Recommended References:

    1. Brenda Hannigan, Company Law (Oxford, 3rd ed., 2012)

    2. Alan Dignam, John Lowry, Company Law (Core Text Series, 8th ed., 2014)

    3. Geofrrey Morse Palmer’s on Company Law (Sweet & Maxwell, 2007)

    4. Alfred Frank Topham, Principles of Company Law (Butterworth, 1904)

    5. Nirmalendu Dhar, Company Law & Partnership Act (ReMiSi Publishers, 1st ed., 1998)

    6. Dhaka Law Report, Company Law

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  • LAW 3101 –  Business Law

    Course Code No: LAW 3101

    Course Name: Business Law

    Course Contents: 

    Business Law covers a wide range of issues namely contract of sale of goods, essential elements of contract of sale of goods,sale & agreement to sale, characteristics of a sale of goods,condition & warranty, stipulation of sale,implied condition & warranty of a contract of sale of goods, transfer of title or ownership, transfer of title by non-owner, doctrine of caveat emptor,doctrine of nemodat quod non habeat, unpaid seller, definition & elements of Negotiable Instruments (NI),features of NI, differences between different types of NI, cheque, holder & holder in due course, negotiation,maturity of NI, presentment of NI,presentment & payment of NI, dishonour of NI, discharge of parties & instrument,how is the offence NI becomes punishable.

    Required References: 

    1. Avtar Singh, Law of Sale of Goods and Hire Purchase (Eastern Book Company, 2005) 

    2. Avtar Singh, Law of Carriage: Air, Land and Sea (Eastern Book Company, 2005) 

    3. E.R. Hardy Ivamy, General Principles of Insurance Law (Butterworths Law, 1993) 

    4. Roger LeRoy Miller, Business Law Today: Text and Cases, 10th Edition, Cengage Learning. 

    5. Kenneth W., Roger LeRoy, Miller, and Frank B.Cross, Business Law:Text and Casses, 13th Edit., Cwngage Learning. 

    6. Jane P. Mallor, A. James Barnes, Thomas Bowers, and Arlen W. Langvardt; Business Law: the Ethics, Global, and E-Commerce Environment; 15th Edition, MacGraw-Hill. 

    Recommended References: 

    1. M.V. Kini, Commentaries on the Negotiable Instruments Act,1881 

    2. DLR on the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 

  • LAW 3102 – Land Law of Bangladesh

    Course Code No: LAW 3102

    Course Name: Land Law of Bangladesh

    Course Content: 

    Concept of land; land rights; access to land; human rights and fundamental rights nexus; land rights and poverty; state acquisition and tenancy law: legacy of Permanent Settlement and Bengal Tenancy Act, 1885; abolition of zamindery system; acquisition of rent receiving interests and its consequences; ceiling of land-holding; preparation and maintenance of record of rights (khatiyan); forged documents; land survey and mutation; rights of the raiyats; alluvion and diluvion law;  mode of transfer; extinction of interests; pre-emption; mortgages; transfer of land by adivashi people; 

    Land development tax; amalgamation, sub-division and consolidation of holdings; land administration in Bangladesh: appeal, revision and review; non-agricultural tenancy law: concept and classes of non-agricultural land and tenant; purposes of non-agricultural land; manner of use; incidents of non-agricultural tenancies; under-tenants; provisions as to transfer of non-agricultural lands; improvements. 

    Law of abandoned property; vested property and human rights; acquisition and requisition law versus politics of development; principles of khasland distribution; land reform ordinance: sharecropper’s right; no-eviction; benami transaction; agenda of land reform in Bangladesh; women’s access to land in Bangladesh; vetting of property deeds.  

    Required References:

    1. Mohammad Towhidul Islam, Land Law: Text, Cases and Materials (Centre for Human Rights & Legal Research, 2nd edition, 2018) 

    2.  M. RabiulHossain, A Text Book on Land Laws of Bangladesh (AtoporProkash, 2016

    3. ObaidulHaqueChowdhury, The State Acquisition and Tenancy Act (5theditionn, DLR 2015) 

    4.  M.R. Rahman, Pre-emption Laws in Bangladesh (Universal Book House, 2nd edition, 2016)

    5.  M.R. Rahman, Law of the Record-of-Rights (Khatian) and the Land Survey Tribunal (Universal Book House, 2nd edition, 2017)

    6.  Obaidul Haque Chowdhury, Acquisition and Requisition of Immovable Property Manual (4th edition, DLR 2016) 

    7. Obaidul Haque Chowdhury, The Non-Agricultural Tenancy Act 1949( 2nd edition, DLR 1985) 

    8.  Kabedul Islam, Glossary of Land and Land Revenue Affairs (Mowla Brothers, 2003) (in Bangla)

    9. Hasan Jahangir Alam, Land Dictionary (4th edition, IPD 2011)

    10. Sultan Ahmad and Malik Syed Ahmad, Public Demands Recovery Act, 1913 (AnupamGyanBhander, 2nd edition, 1991)

    Recommended References:

    1. Dr. LutfulKabir, Land Laws of Bangladesh (Vol. 1-4) (AinProkashani, Dhaka)

    2. KaziEbadulHaque, Gradual Development of Land Laws and Land Administration (Bangla Academy, 2000) (in Bangla)

    3. FaikuzzamanChowdhury, A Book on the Day to Day Procedure of the Land Administration (Vol. I & II) (2nd edition, Dhaka, 2003) (in Bangla)

    4.  M.I. Farooqui, Law of Abandoned Property (published by Sultana SumaiyaAkhtar, Dhaka, 2000)

    5.  Debesh Chandra Bhattacharya, Enemy (Vested) Property Laws in Bangladesh: Nature and Implications (published by Chitra Bhattacharya, Dhaka, 1991)

    6. AbulBarakat et al. Political Economy of Khas Land in Bangladesh (ALRD, Dhaka, 2001)

    7. Abul Barakat and Prosanta K. Roy, Political Economy of Land Litigation in Bangladesh: A Case of Colossal National Wastage (ALRD, Dhaka, 2004)

    8. Land Administration Manual 1st, 2nd&3rdVols  (Ministry of Land of the Government of the Peoples Republic of Bangladesh, 2003 & 2014)

    9. Barbara Bogusz& Roger Sexton, Complete Land Law: Text, Cases and Materials (Oxford University Press, 2019)

  • LAW 3103 – Criminology

    Course Code No: LAW 3103

    Course Name: Criminology

    The Science of Criminology: Criminology and Criminal Law, perspectives and methods in criminology. Physical, Physiological and Racial factors and crime. Psychological theories of criminal behavior, Social factors and crime-influence of home and family, social and religious institutions and crime. Causes of crime-viewing the problem as a whole.

    The control of Crime: The nature of punishment and the Penal system. The treatment of criminals-Borstal, the Approved schools. Probation, detention before trial, parole. The Juvenile Court. Prison training. Prevention of crime and delinquency.

    Required  Books:

    1. Howard Jones, Crime and the Penal system.

    2. Sutherland and Cressey, Principles of Criminology.

    3. Donald R. Traft, Criminology.

    4. Winifred A. Elkin, the English penal system.

    5. W. C. Reckless, the Crime Problem.

    6. G. B. Vold, Theoretical criminology.

    7. Korn and Recorkle, Criminology and Penology.

  •  LAW 3104 – Law of Media and Information & Communication Technology

    Course Code No: LAW 3104

    Course Name: Law of Media and Information & Communication Technology

    Law of Media

    Course Content:

    Introduction to 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 License, Autonomy of Bangladesh Radio, Television, Problems and Prospect, Regulatory Agencies of Broadcasting  Media, Satellite TV Channels in Bangladeshand their Regulations, Right to Information Act, Cinematograph and Censorship Laws in Bangladesh.

    Information & Communication Technology

    Course Content:

    Concept and Importance of Information and Communication Technology, Globalization and MIT. Online Banking and E-commerce, Cyber World- An Overview, The  Internet and Online Resource, Security of Information, Digital Signature, Introducing Cyber Law, Scope of Cyber Law. E-commerce, Online Contracts, IPRs (copyright, trademarks and software patenting), E-taxation, E-governance and Cyber Crimes, Cyber Law in Bangladesh with Special Reference to Information Technology Act, 2006, Cyber Security in Bangladesh and Cyber Security Act, 2023. 

    Required References:

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

    2. Ian J Lloyd, Information Technology Law

    3. Dr. NurunNahar, Fundamentals of Cyber Law, Bangladesh Law Book Company, Dhaka.

    4. Dr Donald Agumenu&, Emeka Anuforo , A Siege of Today: The Era of ICT and New Media, Independently published (March 8, 2023),ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8386291365.

    5. Zvezdan Vukanovic, Mike Friedrichsen, Milivoje Pavlovic, Digital Value Migration in Media, ICT and Cultural Industries From Business and Economic Models/Strategies to Networked Ecosystems, Published September 30, 2020 by Rutledge, ISBN 9780367661359.

    6. The Information and Communication Technology Act, 2006, Act No. XXXIX of 2006.

    7. The Digital Security Act, 2018, Act No. XXXXVI of 2018.

    8. The Cyber Security Act, 2023, Act No.XXXIX of 2023

    9. The Press council Act, 1974, Act No. XXV of 1974

    10. The Censorship of Flim Act, 1963, Act No.XVII of 1963

    Recommended References:

    1. Patricia Bellia&Paul Berman: Cyber law: Problems of Policy and Jurisprudence in the Information Age,  ISBN-101640208542 

    2. International Journal of Cyber Behavior, Psychology and Learning (IJCBPL): University of Sousse, Tunisia & University of Salamanca, Spain:ISSN: 2155-7136|EISSN: 2155-7144|DOI: 10.4018/IJCBPL

    3. International Journal of Cyber-Security and Digital Forensics (IJCSDF): ISSN 2305-0012 (online)

    4. James Griffin, Kyriaki Noussia, Stanislava Nedeva, Stavros Zervoudakis, Jonathan Lux, JohnMcNamara: Artificial Intelligence and Digital Watermarking will Transform Copyright Arbitration and Dispute Resolution for 3D Printing: An Empirical Analysis: European Journal of Law and Technology, Vol.14, No.2 (2023)

THIRD YEAR SECOND SEMESTER

  • LAW 3201 – Environmental Law

    Course Code No: LAW 3201

    Course Name: Environmental Law

    Course Contents

    Concept of Environmental Law, environmental pollution, Background and Approach, Principles of environmental law, international treaties, The Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment, l972. Rio Declaration on Environment and Development, 1992, Agenda 21 Non- legally binding authoritative statement of principles for a global consensus on the Management, Conservation and Sustainable Development of all types of Forests. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity, Development of Environmental Law in Bangladesh., Government Policy regarding environmental issues—Environmental Courts, Environmental NGO, PIL,  BELA, IUCN, WWF, UNO, Specialized Agency, Constitutional obligations.

    Books Recommended:

    1. PhiliqSands: Environmental Law

    2. O Atiq Rahman:Environmental and Poverty

    3. O Malik Irshad Ahmad:Manual of Petroleum Laws

    4. O B. K. Bhaskara Rao:Modern Petroleum Refining Blending Process

    5. Dr. Noor Mohammad : An Introduction to Environmental Law

    6. Internet:Google.com (Environment, environmental pollution, environmental  law, international environmental law etc.

  •  LAW 3203 – Law of Crimes

    Course Code No: LAW 3203

    Course Name: Law of Crimes

    Course Contents: 

    Crime, criminal and civil Injuries. Origin and development of criminal law. Essential elements of crime, mensrea,Definitions. Joint liability, abetment, attempt.Punishment- its objects and limits. General exceptions - ground of exception ,responsibility; Right of private defense.Criminal conspiracy.Offences against the state. Offences relating to the Army, Navy and Air Force. Offences against the public tranquility. Offences by or relating to public servants.Offences relating to elections. Contempt of the lawful authority of Public servants.. False evidence and offences against public justice. Offences relating to coin and government stamps. Offences relating to weight and measures. Offences affecting the public health safety, 

    convenience, decency and morals. Offences relating to religion. Offences affecting the human body -offences affecting life (murder, culpable homicide) , hurt, criminal force and assault, kidnapping, abduction, slavery and forced labour, rape, unnatural offences.. Offences against property- theft, extortion, robbery and dacoity, criminal misappropriation of property, criminal breach of trust, receiving of stolen property, cheating, mischief, criminal trespass. Offences relating to documents. Trade and property marks, currency notes and bank notes.. Criminal Breach of contracts of service. Offences relating to marriage. Defamation. Criminal Intimidation, Insult and annoyance. Attempts to commit offences.

    Required References:

    1. Bare Act (The Penal Code) 

    2. RatanLal&DhirajLal, Indian Penal Code, (23rd ed., Universal law publishing, 2011)   

    3. Zahirul Islam, The Penal Code (2nd ed., Law Book Company, 2010).

    Recommended References:

    1. DLR: Penal Code, (1st ed., Dhaka law reports, 2003).

    2. Jennifer L. Moore, Criminal Law (2nd ed., Pearson, 2018)

    3. K. D. Gaur, The Indian Penal Code (Universal law publishing, 4th ed.,2011)

    4. Lutful Kabir, Lectures on Penal Code (4th ed., Ain Prokashan Dhaka, 2010).

    5. Michael Jefferson, Criminal Law (Pitman Publishing, 1999)

    6. Noel Cross, Criminal Law and Criminal Justice (Sage Publication, 2010)

    7. Ragha Van, Law of Crimes, (4th ed., India Law House, 1996).

    8. Smith & Hogan, Criminal Law (Oxford University Press, 2002)   

  • LAW 3204 –  Law of Specific Relief, Limitation and Public Demands Recovery and Registration

    Course Code No: LAW 3204

    Course Name: Law of Specific Relief, Limitation and Public Demands Recovery and Registration

    Course Content:

    Law of Specific Relief:

    Extent and Scope of Application of the Act; Recovery of Possession of Immovable Property; Suit by Person Dispossessed; Specific Performance of Contract as a Specific Relief; Contracts which can be specifically enforced and which cannot be specifically enforced; Persons for and against whom Contract may be specifically enforced; Discretion and powers of Court; Rectification of Instruments; Rescission of Contracts; Cancellation of Instruments; Declaratory Decrees as Specific Relief; Preventive Relief; Perpetual Injunction; Mandatory Injunction; 

    Law of Limitation:

    Condonation of delay, adverse possession, Nature of the Law of Limitation and Prescription. Object interpretation and application of statutes of Limitation: Introductory, Effect of fraud and acknowledgement on limitation. Suspension of Limitation, acquisition of ownership by possession. Limitation: Dismissal of suits, etc., instituted, etc., after period of limitation, Where Court is closed when period expires, Extension of period in certain cases, Legal disability, Disability of one of several plaintiffs or applicants, Special exceptions, Continuous running of time, Suits against express trustees and their representatives, Suits on foreign contracts. Exclusion of time in legal proceedings, Exclusion of time of defendant’s absence from Bangladesh and certain other territories, Exclusion of time of proceeding bona fide in Court without jurisdiction, Exclusion of time during which proceedings are suspended, Exclusion of time during which proceedings to set aside execution-sale are pending, Effect of death before right to sue accrues, Effect of fraud. Effect of acknowledgement in writing, Effect of payment on account of debt as of interest on legacy, Agent of persons under disability, Effect of substituting or adding new plaintiff or defendant, Continuing breaches and wrongs, Suit for compensation for act not actionable without special damage, Computation of time mentioned in instruments. 

    Public Demands Recovery: 

    Recovery of Public Demands: Introduction, the concept of 'public demands', and other definitions. Legal process of recovering public demands: filing, service, and effect of certificate; objections to the claims and the hearing of objection to certificate; execution of certificate, different modes of execution, sale, disposal of sale - proceeds, arrest and detention for the execution of certificate, Reference to Civil Courts; appeals, review, revision and other ancillary issues under the Public Demands Recovery Act, 1913.Recovery of Money-loans advanced by financial institutions and banks: Introduction, importance and history of new recovery- process, constitution and jurisdiction of Money-Loan Courts, filing of suits in the special court, trial, pre-litigation sale of mortgaged property, the issue of privatization of state-led justice system, execution of courtdecrees,appeals,reviews,alternative dispute- resolution mechanisms regarding loan-recovery, and other ancillary.

    Required References:

    1. B M Gandhi, Equity, Trust & Specific Relief (3rdedn, Eastern Book Company, 2001)

    2. Probir Neogi, The Law of Specific Relief (Mullik Brothers, 2011)

    3. Samantha Hepburn, Principles of Equity and Trusts Law, 2nd edition (Cavendish Publishing, 2001) (available in the library genesis and Google Class Room)

    4. The Specific Relief Act, 1877, Act No. IX of 1877

    5. The Limitation Act, 1908: Act No. IX of 1908

    6. The Public Demand Recovery Act, 1913: Act No. III of 1913

    7. The Registration Act, 1908, Act No. XVI of 1908

    Recommended References:

    1. Durga Das Basu, Equity, Trust & Specific Relief (Kamal Law House, 1996)

    2.  Noshirvan H. Jhabvala, The Elements of Equity (17thedn, C. Jamnadas & Co. 2010)

    3. Shah Mohammad Omer Faruqe Jubaer: An Indispensable Analogy of Specific Performance under the Specific Relief Act, 1877 of Bangladesh, International Journals of Multidisciplinary Research Academy; DOI:10.13140/RG.2.2.29329.56163.

    4. Pulkit Taneja: Applicability of Limitation Act in Civil and Criminal Proceedings; Journal of Applicable Law and Jurisprudence. ISSN:99553217

    5. Shivam Goel; The Registration Act, 1908: Critical Analysis of the 1908 Act,  https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2850052

    6. Soeb Aktar; Judicial intervention in the matter of public demands recovery; https://lawyersclubbangladesh.com/en/2022/11/02/judicial-intervention-in-the-matter-of-public-demands-recovery

FOURTH YEAR FIRST SEMESTER

  • LAW 4101 – Interpretation of Statutes and General Clauses Act

    Course Code No: LAW 4101

    Course Name: Interpretation of Statutes and General Clauses Act

    Course Contents: 

    Approach to Interpretation ; Construction and General Principles of Interpretation; Literal Rule, Golden Rule and Mischief Rule of Interpretation ; Rule of harmonious Construction ; Internal and External Aid to Interpretation ; Maxims of Interpretation; Interpretation of Penal Statue ; Interpretation of Constitutional Law ; General and Special Rules ; Problems of Constitutional Interpretation ; Structural Change.

    General Clauses Act 1897 (Act X of 1897)

    Object of the Act ; Definition Clause ; Scope and Application of the Act, Enactment of Laws ;  general Rules of Construction ; Effect of Repeal ; Computation of Time, Power and functionaries ; Provisions as to Orders, Rules etc. made under; Enactment ; Miscellaneous.

    Book Recommended:

    1. N.S. Bindra – Interpretation of Statutes; General Clauses Act 1897 (Act X of 1897)

  • LAW 4102 – The Code of Civil Procedure

    Course Code No: LAW 4102

    Course Name: The Code of Civil Procedure

    Course Contents

    Procedural and Substantive law,Definition, Organization of Civil Courts in Bangladesh,Jurisdiction of the Courts ,stay of suits, res-judica ,bar to further  suit,Suit by and against Government, Inherent power of court,Place of suing, and proceedings,Parties to suits, misjoinder and non joinder of parties, Framing of suits ,joinder of causes of action. Recognised agents and advocates. Issue and Service of summons. Pleading ,amendment of it ,set-off. Appearance of Parties and consequences of non-appearance of parties. Framing of issues, incidental and supplemental proceedings— hearing , judgment and decree.. Procedure in execution of decree, attachment and sale. Death, Marriage and insolvency of parties. Withdrawal and adjustment of suits ,ADR: ADR Under C. PC, Muslim Family Court Ordinance Ortho Rin Adalath Am and Labour Code and evaluation of this system. Special procedure in particular classes of suits; pauper suits, interpleader suits, suit by or against minors and persons of unsound mind. Appointment of receivers and commissions. Temporary injunction and interlocutory orders. Appeal, Review and revision, Pleadings: General discussion on pleadings, Rules relating to drafting of pleadings, Plaint, Valuation and court fee- Documents with the plaint. Drafting of plaints and written statements of civil suits, Suit for ejectment after notice and written statement of the above suit., Suit for partition and defense of the above suit. Application for making a preliminary decree for partition final. Suit for Divorce, Marriage, Restitution of Conjugal Rights, Recovery of Dower and Maintenance, suit on money bond, written statement in the above suits. Suits for arrears of the holding a tenure, suit for malicious prosecution and defenses. Of Appeal: General rules of Appeal ,Memorandum of Appeal, Drafting an application and defense of Preemption. Application for setting aside an order of dismissal of suit for default. Application for set aside an ex-party decree. Drafting of transfer of a case, Succession suit. Specimen of necessary applications:Applications according to (O-6 17 of C.P.C.) and (O-6,R-16),Summon by post. Application u/s 5 of Limitation Act, Applications under (0-1 ,R 10), (O-22,R- l0), (O-22,R-4),(O-22,R-3) ,(O-32,R-3), (O-39,R-1), (O-39,R2a), (0-40, R-l), (0-38, R-5 ),(O 17, R -1), 53A of C.P.C. (O-23,R-3) and (O-32,R-7 ) of the Code of Civil Procedure Withdrawal, Dismissal and Re-filing of a suit, Application for stop suit. Submission , Inspection, Return, Recall and Discovery of documents. Application for summoning witnesses(O- I 6,R- I). Application for issue a warrant of arrest to an absent witness. [ 0,16R- 10(3)]. Application for transfer of decree, Application for exercise of inherent powers of the court (sec- 151). Application for review of judgment in the High court division under 0-47,R-l.Civil appeals under Article 103 (2-a) of Bangladesh Constitution

    Recommended/Text Books: 

    1. Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (Govt. publication).

    2. D.F. Mulla, Code of Civil Procedure.

    3. Chittaley, Civil procedure Code.

    4. R. M. Jackson, Machinery of Justice in England.

    5. Shawkat Mahmud, Civil Procedure Code.

    6. C. K. Takwani, The Code of Civil Procedure

    7. Mahmudul Islam and ProbirNeogi, The Code of Civil Procedure, vol. I and II.

    8. Code of Civil Procedure by Barrister Abdul Halim

  •  LAW 4103 – Law of Criminal Procedure-I

    Course Code No: LAW 4103

    Course Name: Law of Criminal Procedure-I

    Course Content: 

    Definitions, Constitution of Criminal Courts, Jurisdiction and power of criminal courts. Aid and information to the Magistrates, the police and persons making arrests, Arrest generally, arrest without warrant. Process to compel appearance: Summons. Warrant of arrest, Proclamation and attachment, other rules regarding processes, Summons to produce search Warrant, general provisions relating to searches. Security for keeping the peace and for good behavior. Unlawful assemblies. Public nuisances, temporary orders in urgent cases of nuisance or apprehended danger. Dispute as to immoveable properties. Preventive action of the police. Information, investigation and inquiry, place of inquiry or trial. Complaint to Magistrate. Commencement of proceedings before Magistrate

    Required References:

    1. BD Laws: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898. Act No. V of 1898

    2. BD Laws: The Penal Code, 1860. Act No. XLV of 1860.

    3. BD Laws: The Evidence Act, 1872. Act No. I of 1872.

    4. BD Laws The Police Regulations of Bengal,1943

    5. Prof. Dr. Sarkar Ali Akkas, Law of Criminal Procedure

    6. Barrister Abdul Halim, Code of Criminal Procedure

    7. R. V. Kelkar, S, K. N. Chandrasekharan Pillai, Criminal Procedure, ISBN: 9788170125075, 8170125073, Eastern Book Company- 2013

    8. Krishna Deo Gaur: Criminal Law, ISBN: 9788187162056, 8187162058, Butterworths India

    9. Justice Nihar Ranjon Pellai: The Code Of Criminal Procedure (CRPC), Generic Publications, India 2022

    Recommended References: 

    Ratanlal and Dhirajlal, The Code of Criminal Procedure,Eastern Law Book, India2021

    Justice (R) Dr. Munir Ahmad Mughal, What is the Object and Purpose of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898?, Punjab University Law College; Superior Law Journal, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1938786. (Research Article) 

    Mahmudur Rahman&Anupom Sarker, Code of Criminal Procedure CRPC 1898,ICHRRD, DOI:10.13140/RG.2.2.36169.83046

    Munir Ahmad Mughal, Law of Previous Acquittals or Convictions Ch: Xxx (S. 403) Cr. P. C. 1898, SSRN Electronic Journal, DOI:10.2139/ssrn.2169144.

  •  LAW 4104 – Professional Ethics and Trial Advocacy

    Course Code No: LAW 4104

    Course Name: Professional Ethics and Trial Advocacy

    Course Contents: 

    Concepts and Theories of  Professional Ethics and Trial Advocacy, Hierarchy of Courts, Jurisdiction of Civil and Criminal Courts, Choice of Forum, Court Jurisdiction, Court Fees, Suit Valuation, Court Manners and Demeanor Skills of Communication, Communication with the Judges, Charge hearing and Charge framing, Moot Court: Opening a case/suit, Examination-in-Chief, Cross Examination, Re-Examination, Exhibiting Documents, Moving and Injunction Petition, Moving a Bail Petition, Argument (Civil, Criminal), Drafting: Plaint, Written Statement, Amendment of Pleadings, Withdrawal of a Plaint or Suit, Issues, Affidavits in various forms, Report for Court, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Drafting : Writ Petition, Civil Revision Petition, Criminal Revision Petition, Memo of Appeal, Citation and case study. 

    Required References:

    1. Ahamaduzzaman, Trial Advocacy, 2nd Edition 2019

    2. Dr. Abdullah Al Faruque, Essentials of Legal Research, Palal Prokashani, Dhaka, 2010

    3. Dr. Md. Alamgir; The Art Of Conveyancing And Legal Drafting,Pranjol Prokashoni , 1st Published, 2021, ISBN: 9789849515722

    4. Bryan A. Garner: The Elements of Legal Style,3rd Edition (2013)

    5. Kenneth A. Adams: A Manual of Style for Contract Drafting, 13th Edition (2019)

    6. BD Laws: The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, Act No. V of 1908

    7. BD Laws: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898. Act No. V of 1898

    8. BD Laws: The Evidence Act, 1872. Act No. I of 1872.

    9. BD Laws: The Penal Code, 1860. Act No. XLV of 1860.

    10. BD Laws: The Civil courts Act, 1887. Act No. XII of 1887

    11. BD Laws: The Limitation Act, 1908. Act No. IX of 1908.

    12. BD Laws: The Court Fees Act, 1870. Act No. VII of 1870.

    13. BD Laws: The Stamp Act, 1899. Act No. II of 1899.

    14. BD Laws: The Suit Valuation Act, 1887. Act No. VII of 1899.

    Recommended References: 

    1. Frederick A. Elliston: Ethics, Professionalism and the Practice of Law; Loyola University Chicago Law Journal, Issue 3 Spring 1985 Legal Ethics Symposium, Volume-16.

    1. Yubaraj Sangroula: Legal Ethics-A critical analysis of the understanding of legal education and professionalism in developing countries, with special references to SouthAsianScenariohttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/328887262_Legal_Ethics-A_critical_analysis_of_the_understanding_of_legal_education_

    1. Justyna Stadniczeńko: THE IMPORTANCE OF ETHICS IN THE LEGALPROFESSION (SELECTED ISSUES): Biuletyn Stowarzyszenia Absolwentów i Przyjaciół Wydziału Prawa Katolickiego. Uniwersytetu Lubelskiego t. XVI, 18 (1) 2021, s. 279-295 https://doi.org/10.32084/sawp.2021.16.1-16

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  • LAW 4201 – Law of Criminal Procedure II

    Course Code No: LAW 4201

    Course Name: Law of Criminal Procedure II

    Course Contents

    Framing of charge; General provisions as to inquiries and trials; trial by Magistrates;

    Summary trials ; trial by Courts of secessions; ; Judgment ; Submission of sentences forconfirmation. Executions. Suspensions, remissions and computations of sentence, previousacquittal or conviction. Appeal, Reference and Revision. Proceedings in case of certainoffences affecting the administration of justice. Supplementary provisions; Public prosecutor;Bail ;commission for examination of witnesses; special rules of evidence ; provisions as tobands; disposal of property under custody. Transfer of criminal cases; Irregular proceedings. Miscellaneous.

    Required References:

    1. BD Laws: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898. Act No. V of 1898

    2. BD Laws: The Penal Code, 1860. Act No. XLV of 1860.

    3. BD Laws: The Evidence Act, 1872. Act No. I of 1872.

    4. BD Laws The Police Regulations of Bengal,1943

    5. Prof. Dr. Sarkar Ali Akkas, Law of Criminal Procedure

    6. Barrister Abdul Halim, Code of Criminal Procedure

    7. R. V. Kelkar, S, K. N. Chandrasekharan Pillai,Criminal Procedure, ISBN: 9788170125075, 8170125073, Eastern Book Company- 2013

    8. Krishna Deo Gaur: Criminal Law, ISBN: 9788187162056, 8187162058, Butterworths India

    9. Justice Nihar Ranjon Pellai: The Code Of Criminal Procedure (CRPC), Generic Publications, India 2022

    Recommended References: 

    1. Justice (R) Dr. Munir Ahmad Mughal, What is the Object and Purpose of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898?, Punjab University Law College; Superior Law Journal, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1938786. (Research Article) 

    2. Mahmudur Rahman&Anupom Sarker, Code of Criminal Procedure CRPC 1898,ICHRRD,DOI:10.13140/RG.2.2.36169.83046

    3. Munir Ahmad Mughal, Law of Previous Acquittals or Convictions Ch: Xxx (S. 403) Cr. P. C. 1898, SSRN Electronic Journal, DOI:10.2139/ssrn.2169144.

    4. Ratanlal and Dhirajlal, The Code of Criminal Procedure,Eastern Law Book, India2021

  • LAW 4202 – Practical Aspects of Civil and Criminal Justice

    Course Code No: LAW 4202

    Course Name: Practical Aspects of Civil and Criminal Justice

    Course Content: 

    1. Theoretical concept on Civil Procedure 

    Definitions, Jurisdiction of Civil Courts, Place of suing and Stages of Civil Suits, Res judicata, Transfer Misc. case, Plaint, Written Statement, Issue of processes, Appearance & non-appearance of parties, Adjournments, ADR, Interim measures, Judgment, Decree, Appeal, Review, Revision and Execution of the decree etc.

    Theoretical and practical approach to Special laws: Different types of remedies in Specific Relief Act, Period of limitations for some specific suits, Computation of limitation, Provisions of Evidence Act with special attention to documentary evidence (ss. 61-90), Comparative discussion on preemption under State Acquisition and Tenancy Act, Non-agricultural Tenancy Act, Muslim law and Partition Act, Registration of any documents, Computation of court fees and determining suit valuation, Paying the fees through stamps, use of stamps in every stage of civil suits, An overview on land survey and settlement. 

    Documentation: Techniques of synthesizing facts and law in preparing the case, Chapter-1 & 2 of CRO, Vol-1, Chapter 1 of Manual of Practical Instructions for the Conduct of Civil Suits (The Civil Suit Instructions Manual), Preparing plaint and written statement, Preparing interim petitions and written objections, Understanding Firisti form, Registered Deeds, CS, SA, RS records, Amalnama, Mutation khatian, rent receipts etc.

    Trial: Participating at hearing on temporary injunction, commission, expert opinion, Moving time prayer and petition for adding and striking out parties, Conducting examination-in-chief and cross-examination, Exhibiting documents and proving their contents & execution, Preparing and participating in arguments, Knowing the language of judgment. 

    1. Theoretical concept on Criminal Procedure and Crimes:

    Definitions, Jurisdiction of Criminal Courts, Various types of criminal courts and special tribunals, Procedure of different criminal courts, Offences in Penal Code, Offences in Nari O ShishuNirjaton Damon Tribunal, Offences in ManobPacharAin, Offences relating to drugs, Offences in Arms Act etc.

    Documentation: Techniques of synthesizing facts and law in preparing the case, Preparing bail petition and discharge petition, Understanding Firisti form and documents. 

    Trial: Participating at hearing on bail hearing, charge hearing, expert opinion, Moving time prayer and petitions, Conducting examination-in-chief and cross-examination, Exhibiting documents and proving their contents & execution, Preparing and participating in arguments, Knowing the language of judgment. 

    Theoretical concept on Criminal Procedure and Crimes: Definitions, Jurisdiction of Criminal Courts, Various types of criminal courts and special tribunals, Procedure of different criminal courts, Offences in Penal Code, Offences in Nari O ShishuNirjaton Damon Tribunal, Offences in ManobPacharAin, Offences relating to drugs, Offences in Arms Act etc.

    Documentation: Techniques of synthesizing facts and law in preparing the case, Preparing bail petition and discharge petition, Understanding Firisti form and documents. 

    Trial: Participating at hearing on bail hearing, charge hearing, expert opinion, Moving time prayer and petitions, Conducting examination-in-chief and cross-examination, Exhibiting documents and proving their contents & execution, Preparing and participating in arguments, Knowing the language of judgment. 

    Required References:

    1. Islam Mahmudul, NeogiProbir, The Law of Civil Procedure (2ndedMullick Brothers 2015)

    2. Evans Keith, Trial Advocacy in Court- A Beginner’s Guide (2nded OUP 1995)

    3. Elliott Clare, Lyne Brooke, Bell Chloe, On your feet: a practical guide to advocacy (Sweet & Maxwell 2019). 

    4. Ross David, Advocacy (Cambridge University Press 2007)

    5.Hyam Michael, Advocacy Skills (4thed Blackstone 1999)

    6.Hasan Saud, Khan Monica, Skills in Trial Advocacy (Law Book Company 2010)

    7.The Penal Code, 1860

    8.The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898

    9. নারী ও শিশু নির্যাতন দমন আইন, ২০০০

    10.The Special Powers Act, 1974

    11.The Arms Act, 1878

    12. মাদক দ্রব্যনিয়ন্ত্রণ আইন, ২০১৮

    13. আইন-শৃঙ্খলা বিঘ্নকারী অপরাধ (দ্রুতবিচার) আইন, ২০০২

    14. মানবপাচার প্রতিরোধ ও দমনআইন, ২০১২

    15. Haque Justice Mohammad Hamidul, Trial of Civil suits and Criminal Cases (2nded JATI 2011)

    16. Rahman M. Matiur, Handbook for the Magistrate, (3rd BPATC 2005).

    17. Evans Keith, Trial Advocacy in Court- A Beginner’s Guide (2nded OUP 1995)

    18. Elliott Clare, Lyne Brooke, Bell Chloe, On your feet: a practical guide to advocacy (Sweet & Maxwell 2019). 

    19. Ross David, Advocacy (Cambridge University Press 2007

    20. Hyam Michael, Advocacy Skills (4thed Blackstone 1999)

    21. Hasan Saud, Khan Monica, Skills in Trial Advocacy (Law Book Company 2010

    Recommended References

    1. Haque Justice Mohammad Hamidul, Trial of Civil suits and Criminal Cases (2nded JATI 2011)

    2. Sime Stuart, A Practical Approach to Civil Procedure (17th ed. OUP 2013)  

    3. Blake Susan, A Practical Approach to Alternative Dispute Resolution ( 2nd ed. OUP 2012)

    4. Law Reports such as DLR, MLR, BLD, etc

    5. Law Reports such as DLR, MLR, BLD, etc

    6. Ashfield Evan, McPeake Robert, Advocacy (19th ed. OUP 2018)

  •  LAW 4203 – Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology

    Course Code No: LAW 4203

    Course Name: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology

    Course Contents: 

    1. Introduction

    Definition, Scope Relevant To Subject, History of Forensic Medicine, Need, Scope, Importance and probative value of Medical evidence in Crime Investigation.

    1. Forensic Identity: 

    Introduction, definition, types, corpus delicti, Data useful for Identification of Living and Dead, Age estimation and its medico-legal Importance, Sex determination and it’s medico-legal importance, Other methods of establishing identity: Dactylography, Tattoo marks, Deformities, Scars, Identification of decomposed, Mutilated bodies and skeletal remains, Medico legal aspect of DNA fingerprinting - a brief introduction, Value for evidence in crime, Medico-legal aspect of blood and blood stains. 

    1. Thanatology: 

    Definition and concept of death, Brainstem Death in relation to Organ transplantation, Causes of sudden Natural deaths, Changes after death, Cooling, Hypostasis, Changes in eye, Muscle changes, Putrefaction, Adipocere, Mummification, Estimation of time since death, Presumption of death and survivorship, disposal and preservation of dead bodies.

    1. Medico-Legal Autopsy:

    Autopsy: Objectives, Facilities, Rules and Basictechniques, Proforma for reporting medico-legal autopsy, Exhumation, examination of mutilated remains, Obscure autopsy and post-mortem and artifacts

    1. Trauma

    Definition and classification of injuries: Blunt force Trauma: Abrasions, Contusions and Lacerations, Sharp force Trauma: Incised, Stab and Chop wounds, Physical methods of Torture and their identification, Firearm injuries and Explosive injuries and Basics of Firearms examination of Firearm injury deaths. Removal and collection of Bullets, Pellets etc. Complications and causes of death due to injury. Medico-legal aspect of injury/hurt, simple and grievous hurts, murder, Ante-mortem & Postmortem Wounds, Age of the injury, cause of death and relevant sections of P.C., Cr.P.C. Causative Weapon and appearance of Suicidal, Accidental and Homicidal injuries. Regional injuries: Head injury, mechanism, Injury to Scalp, Skull, Brain and Spinal Injuries. Intracranial Hemorrhage, changes in Brain Road Traffic Accidents, Thermal injuries: Injuries due to heat and cold, Frostbite, Burns, Scalds and Bride burning, Injuries due to Electricity, Lightening, Non-Accidental Domestic Violence and Starvation deaths. 

    1. Medico-Legal Aspects of Sex, Marriage and Infant Death 

    Explanation and ML Importance of Terminologies: Impotence, Sterility, Virginity, Pregnancy, Delivery, Paternity, Legitimacy, Assisted Reproductive, technique Medico Legal Aspects and PNDT Act, Sexual Offences and perversions: Natural (Rape, Adultery and Incest), Unnatural (Sodomy, Bestiality and Buccal coitus ) Lesbianism, perversions and relevant sections of P.C. and Cr.P.C. Examination of Rape and Sodomy cases. Abortions, Medical Termination of pregnancy, Criminal abortions and relevant IPC sections. Infant death: Explanation of Terminologies Viability Live Births, Deadborn, Stillborn, Determination of age of Foetus and Infant with special reference to 3, 5, 7 & 9 months of I.U.Age. Infanticides: Autopsy to confirm Livebirth, period of survival, causes of deaths. Battered Baby Syndrome and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

    1. Asphyxial Deaths: 

    Introduction, Path physiology, General Signs-Symptoms Asphyxia. Hanging: Definition, Types and Causes of death, PM Finding, MLI.Strangulation, Suffocation and Traumatic Asphyxia: Definition, Types and causes of death, PM Finding, MLI. Drowning – Definition, Types, Mechanisms and Causes of death, MLI, PM.Finding, Diatom Test.

    Medical Jurisprudence: 

    1. Legal and Ethical Aspects of Practice of Medicine

    The Medical & Dental Council and State Medical Council: Formation, Functions Rights, Privileges and Duties of Registered Medical Practitioners, Infamous conduct, Professional secrecy and privileged communications, Medical Ethics and prohibition of Torture & care of Torture Victims, Consent – Its relevance in Medical Practice & medical record maintenance. Medical Negligence and contributory negligence, Precautionary measures and defences for Medical Practitioners against legal actions, Medical/Doctors indemnity insurance, Consumer Protection Act relevant to medical practice: Euthanasia – Current views and dilemmas, Different codes of Medical Ethics and Ethics in Research Common medico-legal problems in Hospital practice, Medico-legal, ethical & social problems in relation to AIDS

    Legal Procudures in Medico-Legal Cases

    Medico-Legal Investigations of death in suspicious circumstances, different Inquest, type of offences. Types of Criminal courts and their powers, punishments prescribed by law, kinds of witnesses, Evidence, Documentary Medical evidence, Dying declaration and dying deposition. The Trial of criminal cases, Rules and Conventions to be followed by Medical Witness at Medical evidence, subpoena, conduct money Relevant Sections from the Indian Evidence Act, Indian Penal code and Criminal Procedure code.

    Required References:

    1. BD Laws: The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, Act No. V of 1908

    2. BD Laws: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898. Act No. V of 1898

    3. BD Laws: The Evidence Act, 1872. Act No. I of 1872.

    4. BD Laws: The Penal Code, 1860. Act No. XLV of 1860.

    5. John James Reese: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology, Creative Media Partners, LLC, 2018, ISBN: 1376468875, 9781376468878

    6. Modi: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology ,Lexix Nexis

    7. John Glaister: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology, Creative Media Partners, LLC, 2022, ISBN: 101566668X, 9781015666689

    8. Lewis M. Branscomb : Medical Law and Ethics,F.A. Davis Company (India), 1st Published, 2007, ISBN: 9780803617308

    Recommended References:

    1. Emre Demir: The evolution of the field of legal medicine: A holistic investigation of global outputs with bibliometric analysis,Journal of Forensic and Legal MedicineVolume 69, January 2020, 10188 (Research Article)

    2. Hasan Abedr-Rahman M.D, PhD forensic medicine:Role of forensic medicine in evaluating non-fatal physical violence against women by their husbands,Journal of Forensic and Legal MedicineVolume 49, July 2017, Pages 33-36(Research Article)

    3. Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, Wendy Birch, University of College London, UK

    4. Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, Churchill Livingstone, ISSN: 1752928X

    5. Scientific Research Publishing,https://www.scirp.org/index.aspx, China, ISSN: 1954235Z

    6. K. S. Narayan Reddy: Essentials of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Jaypee Brothers Medical Pub, January 1, 2017

  • LAW 4204 – Legal Research and Writing

    Course Code No: LAW 4204

    Course Name: Legal Research and Writing

    Course Contents:

    Define research, nature and scope, Legal Research- Evolution, Concept, Meaning, Legal and social sciences research: Distinctions, Factors for selecting a problem/topic, How to select a Title, Importance of Research, Rules for Abstract writing, Rules for Literature Review, Methodology, Problem statement, How to set objectives of research proposal, Good research proposal/project, Steps/Format for Research proposal, Classification, Research, Differentiate: types of research, Classification of research methods, Distinctions:, Doctrinal research, Thesis and Dissertation, Sources of legal research: Methodology context, Interpretation of Statutes, Descriptive Research, Qualitative Research, Techniques and Styles of Writing a Thesis, How to Write Footnotes and Bibliography, Rules of Noting, Use and Misuse of Quotations, Use of Citations, Appendixes; Role of Judges and Jurists, Recommendations of Commissions and Committees etc.; Legal Research and Law Reforms, Plagiarism and Copyright, Infringement; How to write a Dissertation/Thesis

    Required Book

    1. Dr. Abdullah Al Faruque (2010): Essentials of LegalResearch

    2. Dr. H.N. Tewari (2015): Legal Research Methodology

    3. Arif Khan (2014): Legal Research andTactics

    4. Abedin, M. Zainul (2005). A Handbook of Research, Book Syndicate, Dhaka,Chittagong

    5. Sarker, Profulla C. (2008). Understanding Social Problems and Policies. New Delhi, SerialPublications.

FOURTH YEAR SECOND SEMESTER

  • LAW 4201 – Law of Criminal Procedure II

    Course Code No: LAW 4201

    Course Name: Law of Criminal Procedure II

    Course Contents

    Framing of charge; General provisions as to inquiries and trials; trial by Magistrates;

    Summary trials ; trial by Courts of secessions; ; Judgment ; Submission of sentences forconfirmation. Executions. Suspensions, remissions and computations of sentence, previousacquittal or conviction. Appeal, Reference and Revision. Proceedings in case of certainoffences affecting the administration of justice. Supplementary provisions; Public prosecutor;Bail ;commission for examination of witnesses; special rules of evidence ; provisions as tobands; disposal of property under custody. Transfer of criminal cases; Irregular proceedings. Miscellaneous.

    Required References:

    1. BD Laws: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898. Act No. V of 1898

    2. BD Laws: The Penal Code, 1860. Act No. XLV of 1860.

    3. BD Laws: The Evidence Act, 1872. Act No. I of 1872.

    4. BD Laws The Police Regulations of Bengal,1943

    5. Prof. Dr. Sarkar Ali Akkas, Law of Criminal Procedure

    6. Barrister Abdul Halim, Code of Criminal Procedure

    7. R. V. Kelkar, S, K. N. Chandrasekharan Pillai,Criminal Procedure, ISBN: 9788170125075, 8170125073, Eastern Book Company- 2013

    8. Krishna Deo Gaur: Criminal Law, ISBN: 9788187162056, 8187162058, Butterworths India

    9. Justice Nihar Ranjon Pellai: The Code Of Criminal Procedure (CRPC), Generic Publications, India 2022

    Recommended References: 

    1. Justice (R) Dr. Munir Ahmad Mughal, What is the Object and Purpose of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898?, Punjab University Law College; Superior Law Journal, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1938786. (Research Article) 

    2. Mahmudur Rahman&Anupom Sarker, Code of Criminal Procedure CRPC 1898,ICHRRD,DOI:10.13140/RG.2.2.36169.83046

    3. Munir Ahmad Mughal, Law of Previous Acquittals or Convictions Ch: Xxx (S. 403) Cr. P. C. 1898, SSRN Electronic Journal, DOI:10.2139/ssrn.2169144.

    4. Ratanlal and Dhirajlal, The Code of Criminal Procedure,Eastern Law Book, India2021

  • LAW 4202 – Practical Aspects of Civil and Criminal Justice

    Course Code No: LAW 4202

    Course Name: Practical Aspects of Civil and Criminal Justice

    Course Content: 

    1. Theoretical concept on Civil Procedure 

    Definitions, Jurisdiction of Civil Courts, Place of suing and Stages of Civil Suits, Res judicata, Transfer Misc. case, Plaint, Written Statement, Issue of processes, Appearance & non-appearance of parties, Adjournments, ADR, Interim measures, Judgment, Decree, Appeal, Review, Revision and Execution of the decree etc.

    Theoretical and practical approach to Special laws: Different types of remedies in Specific Relief Act, Period of limitations for some specific suits, Computation of limitation, Provisions of Evidence Act with special attention to documentary evidence (ss. 61-90), Comparative discussion on preemption under State Acquisition and Tenancy Act, Non-agricultural Tenancy Act, Muslim law and Partition Act, Registration of any documents, Computation of court fees and determining suit valuation, Paying the fees through stamps, use of stamps in every stage of civil suits, An overview on land survey and settlement. 

    Documentation: Techniques of synthesizing facts and law in preparing the case, Chapter-1 & 2 of CRO, Vol-1, Chapter 1 of Manual of Practical Instructions for the Conduct of Civil Suits (The Civil Suit Instructions Manual), Preparing plaint and written statement, Preparing interim petitions and written objections, Understanding Firisti form, Registered Deeds, CS, SA, RS records, Amalnama, Mutation khatian, rent receipts etc.

    Trial: Participating at hearing on temporary injunction, commission, expert opinion, Moving time prayer and petition for adding and striking out parties, Conducting examination-in-chief and cross-examination, Exhibiting documents and proving their contents & execution, Preparing and participating in arguments, Knowing the language of judgment. 

    1. Theoretical concept on Criminal Procedure and Crimes:

    Definitions, Jurisdiction of Criminal Courts, Various types of criminal courts and special tribunals, Procedure of different criminal courts, Offences in Penal Code, Offences in Nari O ShishuNirjaton Damon Tribunal, Offences in ManobPacharAin, Offences relating to drugs, Offences in Arms Act etc.

    Documentation: Techniques of synthesizing facts and law in preparing the case, Preparing bail petition and discharge petition, Understanding Firisti form and documents. 

    Trial: Participating at hearing on bail hearing, charge hearing, expert opinion, Moving time prayer and petitions, Conducting examination-in-chief and cross-examination, Exhibiting documents and proving their contents & execution, Preparing and participating in arguments, Knowing the language of judgment. 

    Theoretical concept on Criminal Procedure and Crimes: Definitions, Jurisdiction of Criminal Courts, Various types of criminal courts and special tribunals, Procedure of different criminal courts, Offences in Penal Code, Offences in Nari O ShishuNirjaton Damon Tribunal, Offences in ManobPacharAin, Offences relating to drugs, Offences in Arms Act etc.

    Documentation: Techniques of synthesizing facts and law in preparing the case, Preparing bail petition and discharge petition, Understanding Firisti form and documents. 

    Trial: Participating at hearing on bail hearing, charge hearing, expert opinion, Moving time prayer and petitions, Conducting examination-in-chief and cross-examination, Exhibiting documents and proving their contents & execution, Preparing and participating in arguments, Knowing the language of judgment. 

    Required References:

    1. Islam Mahmudul, NeogiProbir, The Law of Civil Procedure (2ndedMullick Brothers 2015)

    2. Evans Keith, Trial Advocacy in Court- A Beginner’s Guide (2nded OUP 1995)

    3. Elliott Clare, Lyne Brooke, Bell Chloe, On your feet: a practical guide to advocacy (Sweet & Maxwell 2019). 

    4. Ross David, Advocacy (Cambridge University Press 2007)

    5.Hyam Michael, Advocacy Skills (4thed Blackstone 1999)

    6.Hasan Saud, Khan Monica, Skills in Trial Advocacy (Law Book Company 2010)

    7.The Penal Code, 1860

    8.The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898

    9. নারী ও শিশু নির্যাতন দমন আইন, ২০০০

    10.The Special Powers Act, 1974

    11.The Arms Act, 1878

    12. মাদক দ্রব্যনিয়ন্ত্রণ আইন, ২০১৮

    13. আইন-শৃঙ্খলা বিঘ্নকারী অপরাধ (দ্রুতবিচার) আইন, ২০০২

    14. মানবপাচার প্রতিরোধ ও দমনআইন, ২০১২

    15. Haque Justice Mohammad Hamidul, Trial of Civil suits and Criminal Cases (2nded JATI 2011)

    16. Rahman M. Matiur, Handbook for the Magistrate, (3rd BPATC 2005).

    17. Evans Keith, Trial Advocacy in Court- A Beginner’s Guide (2nded OUP 1995)

    18. Elliott Clare, Lyne Brooke, Bell Chloe, On your feet: a practical guide to advocacy (Sweet & Maxwell 2019). 

    19. Ross David, Advocacy (Cambridge University Press 2007

    20. Hyam Michael, Advocacy Skills (4thed Blackstone 1999)

    21. Hasan Saud, Khan Monica, Skills in Trial Advocacy (Law Book Company 2010

    Recommended References

    1. Haque Justice Mohammad Hamidul, Trial of Civil suits and Criminal Cases (2nded JATI 2011)

    2. Sime Stuart, A Practical Approach to Civil Procedure (17th ed. OUP 2013)  

    3. Blake Susan, A Practical Approach to Alternative Dispute Resolution ( 2nd ed. OUP 2012)

    4. Law Reports such as DLR, MLR, BLD, etc

    5. Law Reports such as DLR, MLR, BLD, etc

    6. Ashfield Evan, McPeake Robert, Advocacy (19th ed. OUP 2018)

  •  LAW 4203 – Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology

    Course Code No: LAW 4203

    Course Name: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology

    Course Contents: 

    1. Introduction

    Definition, Scope Relevant To Subject, History of Forensic Medicine, Need, Scope, Importance and probative value of Medical evidence in Crime Investigation.

    1. Forensic Identity: 

    Introduction, definition, types, corpus delicti, Data useful for Identification of Living and Dead, Age estimation and its medico-legal Importance, Sex determination and it’s medico-legal importance, Other methods of establishing identity: Dactylography, Tattoo marks, Deformities, Scars, Identification of decomposed, Mutilated bodies and skeletal remains, Medico legal aspect of DNA fingerprinting - a brief introduction, Value for evidence in crime, Medico-legal aspect of blood and blood stains. 

    1. Thanatology: 

    Definition and concept of death, Brainstem Death in relation to Organ transplantation, Causes of sudden Natural deaths, Changes after death, Cooling, Hypostasis, Changes in eye, Muscle changes, Putrefaction, Adipocere, Mummification, Estimation of time since death, Presumption of death and survivorship, disposal and preservation of dead bodies.

    1. Medico-Legal Autopsy:

    Autopsy: Objectives, Facilities, Rules and Basictechniques, Proforma for reporting medico-legal autopsy, Exhumation, examination of mutilated remains, Obscure autopsy and post-mortem and artifacts

    1. Trauma

    Definition and classification of injuries: Blunt force Trauma: Abrasions, Contusions and Lacerations, Sharp force Trauma: Incised, Stab and Chop wounds, Physical methods of Torture and their identification, Firearm injuries and Explosive injuries and Basics of Firearms examination of Firearm injury deaths. Removal and collection of Bullets, Pellets etc. Complications and causes of death due to injury. Medico-legal aspect of injury/hurt, simple and grievous hurts, murder, Ante-mortem & Postmortem Wounds, Age of the injury, cause of death and relevant sections of P.C., Cr.P.C. Causative Weapon and appearance of Suicidal, Accidental and Homicidal injuries. Regional injuries: Head injury, mechanism, Injury to Scalp, Skull, Brain and Spinal Injuries. Intracranial Hemorrhage, changes in Brain Road Traffic Accidents, Thermal injuries: Injuries due to heat and cold, Frostbite, Burns, Scalds and Bride burning, Injuries due to Electricity, Lightening, Non-Accidental Domestic Violence and Starvation deaths. 

    1. Medico-Legal Aspects of Sex, Marriage and Infant Death 

    Explanation and ML Importance of Terminologies: Impotence, Sterility, Virginity, Pregnancy, Delivery, Paternity, Legitimacy, Assisted Reproductive, technique Medico Legal Aspects and PNDT Act, Sexual Offences and perversions: Natural (Rape, Adultery and Incest), Unnatural (Sodomy, Bestiality and Buccal coitus ) Lesbianism, perversions and relevant sections of P.C. and Cr.P.C. Examination of Rape and Sodomy cases. Abortions, Medical Termination of pregnancy, Criminal abortions and relevant IPC sections. Infant death: Explanation of Terminologies Viability Live Births, Deadborn, Stillborn, Determination of age of Foetus and Infant with special reference to 3, 5, 7 & 9 months of I.U.Age. Infanticides: Autopsy to confirm Livebirth, period of survival, causes of deaths. Battered Baby Syndrome and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

    1. Asphyxial Deaths: 

    Introduction, Path physiology, General Signs-Symptoms Asphyxia. Hanging: Definition, Types and Causes of death, PM Finding, MLI.Strangulation, Suffocation and Traumatic Asphyxia: Definition, Types and causes of death, PM Finding, MLI. Drowning – Definition, Types, Mechanisms and Causes of death, MLI, PM.Finding, Diatom Test.

    Medical Jurisprudence: 

    1. Legal and Ethical Aspects of Practice of Medicine

    The Medical & Dental Council and State Medical Council: Formation, Functions Rights, Privileges and Duties of Registered Medical Practitioners, Infamous conduct, Professional secrecy and privileged communications, Medical Ethics and prohibition of Torture & care of Torture Victims, Consent – Its relevance in Medical Practice & medical record maintenance. Medical Negligence and contributory negligence, Precautionary measures and defences for Medical Practitioners against legal actions, Medical/Doctors indemnity insurance, Consumer Protection Act relevant to medical practice: Euthanasia – Current views and dilemmas, Different codes of Medical Ethics and Ethics in Research Common medico-legal problems in Hospital practice, Medico-legal, ethical & social problems in relation to AIDS

    Legal Procudures in Medico-Legal Cases

    Medico-Legal Investigations of death in suspicious circumstances, different Inquest, type of offences. Types of Criminal courts and their powers, punishments prescribed by law, kinds of witnesses, Evidence, Documentary Medical evidence, Dying declaration and dying deposition. The Trial of criminal cases, Rules and Conventions to be followed by Medical Witness at Medical evidence, subpoena, conduct money Relevant Sections from the Indian Evidence Act, Indian Penal code and Criminal Procedure code.

    Required References:

    1. BD Laws: The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, Act No. V of 1908

    2. BD Laws: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898. Act No. V of 1898

    3. BD Laws: The Evidence Act, 1872. Act No. I of 1872.

    4. BD Laws: The Penal Code, 1860. Act No. XLV of 1860.

    5. John James Reese: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology, Creative Media Partners, LLC, 2018, ISBN: 1376468875, 9781376468878

    6. Modi: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology ,Lexix Nexis

    7. John Glaister: Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology, Creative Media Partners, LLC, 2022, ISBN: 101566668X, 9781015666689

    8. Lewis M. Branscomb : Medical Law and Ethics,F.A. Davis Company (India), 1st Published, 2007, ISBN: 9780803617308

    Recommended References:

    1. Emre Demir: The evolution of the field of legal medicine: A holistic investigation of global outputs with bibliometric analysis,Journal of Forensic and Legal MedicineVolume 69, January 2020, 10188 (Research Article)

    2. Hasan Abedr-Rahman M.D, PhD forensic medicine:Role of forensic medicine in evaluating non-fatal physical violence against women by their husbands,Journal of Forensic and Legal MedicineVolume 49, July 2017, Pages 33-36(Research Article)

    3. Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, Wendy Birch, University of College London, UK

    4. Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, Churchill Livingstone, ISSN: 1752928X

    5. Scientific Research Publishing,https://www.scirp.org/index.aspx, China, ISSN: 1954235Z

    6. K. S. Narayan Reddy: Essentials of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Jaypee Brothers Medical Pub, January 1, 2017

  • LAW 4204 – Legal Research and Writing

    Course Code No: LAW 4204

    Course Name: Legal Research and Writing

    Course Contents:

    Define research, nature and scope, Legal Research- Evolution, Concept, Meaning, Legal and social sciences research: Distinctions, Factors for selecting a problem/topic, How to select a Title, Importance of Research, Rules for Abstract writing, Rules for Literature Review, Methodology, Problem statement, How to set objectives of research proposal, Good research proposal/project, Steps/Format for Research proposal, Classification, Research, Differentiate: types of research, Classification of research methods, Distinctions:, Doctrinal research, Thesis and Dissertation, Sources of legal research: Methodology context, Interpretation of Statutes, Descriptive Research, Qualitative Research, Techniques and Styles of Writing a Thesis, How to Write Footnotes and Bibliography, Rules of Noting, Use and Misuse of Quotations, Use of Citations, Appendixes; Role of Judges and Jurists, Recommendations of Commissions and Committees etc.; Legal Research and Law Reforms, Plagiarism and Copyright, Infringement; How to write a Dissertation/Thesis

    Required Book

    1. Dr. Abdullah Al Faruque (2010): Essentials of LegalResearch

    2. Dr. H.N. Tewari (2015): Legal Research Methodology

    3. Arif Khan (2014): Legal Research andTactics

    4. Abedin, M. Zainul (2005). A Handbook of Research, Book Syndicate, Dhaka,Chittagong

    5. Sarker, Profulla C. (2008). Understanding Social Problems and Policies. New Delhi, SerialPublications.

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