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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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