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(FOR THE DAY BEFORE EXAMINATION)
1. MATHEMATICS
2. ENGLISH
3. LEGAL APTITUDE
MATHEMATICS - A QUICK REVIEW
The LL.B. Entrance Examination demands an adequate working
knowledge of the principles of
(a) geometry (b) arithmetic and (c) algebra. Listed below
is a set of all important formulae and some standard solutions
which you ought to know in order to confidently wrestle with
those foreboding numbers and figures.
TIME AND WORK
EXAMPLE PROBLEM : A and B together finish a piece of
work in 4 days. A can do the work on his own in 12 days. In
how many days can B on his own finish the same work?

ENGLISH
This is one section which you ought to sail through without
encountering stormy weather-but we are not taking any chances,
right? So here is a quick check list on dO's and don'ts while
talking about the language of the Queen.
SYNONYMS & ANTONYMS-Try out the given word in a
complete sentence to give you a fuller, descriptive meaning.
COMPREHENSION-
(1) A word of advice-try these questions towards the
end, because reading the passage will consume valuable time.
(2) There are bound to be questions on synonyms/antonyms
even here attack them instantly and get it over with.
(3) To the question "Give a suitable Title to
the Passage"-Do not choose one that is too narrow (literal)
or too general in scope- the title should adequately encompass
all the thoughts of the author/speaker. So clearly avoid choices
which fail to include even some of the ideas expressed. Overall
coverage-a comprehensive sum up is the right answer.
(4) A question on "mood of passage" is often
thrown in--quickly recall/rescan for adjectives, words, phrases
which are giveaways of the emotion sought to be conveyed-words
which are expressively used either negatively throughout-signalling
a negative emotion (e.g. sadly, painfully, lethargic) or positive
(e.g. gleefully, ambitious, optimism).
(5) When asked to draw a "conclusion" on
the passage-reject what it states literally /directly; an
ace at comprehension would zero in on what is "IMPLIED",
may be a consequence based on data given.
On the penultimate day, do not spend your last few hours reading
comprehension passages (for let's assume you have dutifully
done so for the practice sessions)- just briefly glance through
vocabulary section-do not tax yourself to learn now - for
English cannot be learnt in a day; while glancing, unknown
to yourself you will be automatically storing words and meanings
- that is the magic of English --once read never forgotten.
LEGAL APTITUDE
No shortcut here -this is one section that requires not a
brief run through BUT a concentrated reading. Questions are
actually easy to grasp even on the last day, concentration
is your key. Do not get bogged down with indepth nitty gritties
which appear very confusing to you, target portions which
are within your range of comprehension at this last stage.
Important
I. CONSTITUTION
Basic structure, powers derived from it, authorities appointed,
fundamental rights, Directive Principles of State Policy,
Writs, etc.
"What is Habeas Corpus?" Answers to such should
be on your fingertips.
II. CURRENT LEGAL NEWS
Read the newspaper and listen to the news. All legal developments
may thus be discussed with a parent, friend who incidently
can shortlist for you the important developments over the
past few months.
III. LAW AND JUDICIARY
Stating the obvious - your exam will undoubtedly coax you
to answer a number of questions on law and judiciary. Know
basic facts :
(a) Structure of judiciary
(b) Functions
(c) General concepts of law.
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