Q1: 1. In which section of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973 is the provision regarding practising pleaders not to sit as Magistrate in certain Courts mentioned?

• A) A) Section 470
• B) B) Section 480
• C) C) Section 490
• D) D) Section 500

Q2: 2. As per Section 480, a practising pleader shall not sit as a Magistrate in which of the following courts?

• A) A) District Court
• B) B) High Court
• C) C) Sessions Court
• D) D) Family Court

Q3: 3. Which of the following statements is true regarding the prohibition under Section 480 of the CrPC?

• A) A) A practising pleader can act as a Magistrate in any court without restrictions.
• B) B) A practising pleader cannot sit as a Magistrate in any court.
• C) C) A practising pleader can sit as a Magistrate in lower courts but not in higher courts.
• D) D) A practising pleader can sit as a Magistrate except in certain specified courts.

Q4: 4. What is the rationale behind the provision of Section 480 in the CrPC?

• A) A) To prevent conflict of interest and bias in judicial proceedings
• B) B) To encourage practising pleaders to take up judicial roles
• C) C) To limit the number of Magistrates in lower courts
• D) D) To restrict the practice of law by pleaders

Q5: 5. Which of the following scenarios would violate the provisions of Section 480?

• A) A) A practising pleader representing a client in a civil case before a Magistrate court
• B) B) A practising pleader presiding over a criminal case as a Magistrate in a Session Court
• C) C) A retired lawyer volunteering as a Magistrate in a lower court
• D) D) A law student assisting a Magistrate in legal research

Q6: 6. How does Section 480 of the CrPC contribute to the independence and impartiality of the judiciary?

• A) A) By ensuring that only experienced lawyers become Magistrates
• B) B) By preventing practising pleaders from adjudicating cases in which they were involved as lawyers
• C) C) By allowing pleaders to exercise dual roles as advocates and Magistrates
• D) D) By restricting the jurisdiction of Magistrates in certain courts

Q7: 7. Which of the following individuals is exempt from the restrictions imposed by Section 480 of the CrPC?

• A) A) A retired Magistrate practicing law
• B) B) A government lawyer handling criminal cases
• C) C) A law professor teaching at a university
• D) D) A practising pleader appointed as a Judge in a High Court

Q8: 8. What action can be taken if a practising pleader violates the provisions of Section 480?

• A) A) Suspension of their legal license
• B) B) Fine imposed by the Bar Council
• C) C) Disqualification from practicing law
• D) D) Removal from the position of Magistrate

Q9: 9. How does the provision of Section 480 align with the principles of judicial ethics?

• A) A) By promoting transparency in legal proceedings
• B) B) By ensuring that Magistrates are impartial and unbiased
• C) C) By limiting the number of practising pleaders in the legal profession
• D) D) By allowing lawyers to switch between the roles of advocate and Magistrate

Q10: 10. Which of the following situations would require a practising pleader to recuse themselves from acting as a Magistrate?

• A) A) Presiding over a case involving a close relative
• B) B) Handling a case related to a previous client
• C) C) Adjudicating a matter in which they have a personal interest
• D) D) All of the above

Q11: 11. How does Section 480 contribute to maintaining the integrity of the judiciary?

• A) A) By imposing restrictions on the qualification of Magistrates
• B) B) By preventing conflicts of interest in judicial decision-making
• C) C) By limiting the tenure of Magistrates in certain courts
• D) D) By allowing practising pleaders to represent clients in court

Q12: 12. What steps can a practising pleader take to comply with the provisions of Section 480?

• A) A) Recuse themselves from cases involving their former clients
• B) B) Seek permission from the Bar Council to act as a Magistrate
• C) C) Refrain from practicing law while serving as a Magistrate
• D) D) None of the above

Q13: 13. Which of the following statements is true regarding the implications of Section 480 for the legal profession?

• A) A) It restricts the mobility of practicing pleaders
• B) B) It enhances the credibility of Magistrates
• C) C) It discourages lawyers from pursuing judicial roles
• D) D) It has no impact on the legal profession

Q14: 14. How does Section 480 safeguard the rights of litigants in legal proceedings?

• A) A) By ensuring that only experienced lawyers handle their cases
• B) B) By preventing potential conflicts of interest in judicial decision-making
• C) C) By expediting the resolution of cases in court
• D) D) By allowing pleaders to act as Magistrates in all courts

Q15: 15. Which of the following scenarios exemplifies a violation of the provisions of Section 480?

• A) A) A retired judge resuming legal practice as a pleader
• B) B) A government lawyer appointed as a Magistrate in a Session Court
• C) C) A practising pleader presiding over a civil case in a District Court
• D) D) A law student assisting a Magistrate in administrative tasks

Q16: 16. How does Section 480 promote the rule of law in the judicial system?

• A) A) By allowing practising pleaders to switch between roles as needed
• B) B) By ensuring that Magistrates maintain their independence and impartiality
• C) C) By limiting the jurisdiction of Magistrates in lower courts
• D) D) By encouraging lawyers to pursue judicial roles

Q17: 17. Which of the following individuals is exempt from the restrictions imposed by Section 480?

• A) A) A retired lawyer offering legal advice
• B) B) A law student interning at a law firm
• C) C) A practising pleader appointed as a Special Magistrate
• D) D) A government official representing the state in legal matters

Q18: 18. How does Section 480 contribute to the public's trust in the judiciary?

• A) A) By increasing the number of practicing pleaders in the legal profession
• B) B) By ensuring that Magistrates have diverse legal backgrounds
• C) C) By preventing potential conflicts of interest in judicial decision-making
• D) D) By allowing lawyers to represent clients in any court

Q19: 19. Which of the following would be a valid reason for a practicing pleader to seek permission to act as a Magistrate in a restricted court under Section 480?

• A) A) To gain experience in judicial proceedings
• B) B) To represent a client in a high-profile case
• C) C) To provide legal aid to underprivileged individuals
• D) D) To avoid a conflict of interest in a specific case

Q20: 20. How does Section 480 contribute to upholding the principles of natural justice in legal proceedings?

• A) A) By ensuring that only government lawyers act as Magistrates
• B) B) By preventing biased adjudication by practising pleaders
• C) C) By allowing pleaders to represent clients in all courts
• D) D) By limiting the tenure of Magistrates in certain courts

Q21: 21. What ethical considerations are involved in the implementation of Section 480?

• A) A) Conflict of interest and impartiality
• B) B) Legal representation and advocacy
• C) C) Judicial tenure and jurisdiction
• D) D) Bar Council regulations

Q22: 22. Which of the following actions would violate the provisions of Section 480?

• A) A) A practising pleader acting as a mediator in a civil dispute
• B) B) A government lawyer representing the state in a criminal case
• C) C) A retired judge presiding over a civil lawsuit
• D) D) A practising pleader sitting as a Magistrate in a restricted court

Q23: 23. How does Section 480 impact the professional conduct of practising pleaders?

• A) A) By restricting their ability to represent clients in certain courts
• B) B) By requiring them to disclose their legal practice history
• C) C) By mandating continuous legal education for pleaders
• D) D) By encouraging them to pursue judicial appointments

Q24: 24. What challenges might arise for a practising pleader who wishes to transition into a judicial role under Section 480?

• A) A) Limited opportunities for judicial appointments
• B) B) Conflict of interest in pending cases
• C) C) Lack of legal experience
• D) D) Bar Council restrictions

Q25: 25. How does Section 480 of the CrPC contribute to the overall efficiency of the judicial system?

• A) A) By streamlining the process of appointing Magistrates
• B) B) By preventing delays caused by conflicts of interest
• C) C) By allowing lawyers to act as Magistrates in all courts
• D) D) By reducing the workload of practicing pleaders