Q1: 1. When does Section 77 of the Indian Penal Code 1860 apply?

• A) A) Only on weekends
• B) B) When a judge is acting judicially
• C) C) When a judge is on vacation
• D) D) None of the above

Q2: 2. What is the purpose of Section 77 of the Indian Penal Code 1860?

• A) A) To provide immunity to judges in all situations
• B) B) To clarify the scope of judicial actions
• C) C) To restrict the powers of judges
• D) D) None of the above

Q3: 3. In which scenario would Section 77 not be applicable?

• A) A) A judge delivering a judgment in a court case
• B) B) A judge accepting a bribe
• C) C) A judge making a decision in a legal matter
• D) D) None of the above

Q4: 4. Can a judge be held liable under Section 77 for acts done in their official capacity?

• A) A) Yes, always
• B) B) No, never
• C) C) Only in cases of corruption
• D) D) None of the above

Q5: 5. What is the significance of Section 77 in the Indian Penal Code 1860?

• A) A) It protects judges from legal action in certain situations
• B) B) It allows judges to act without restraint
• C) C) It limits the authority of judges
• D) D) None of the above

Q6: 6. Under Section 77, a judge is immune from prosecution for acts done in the course of

• A) A) Personal matters
• B) B) Official duties
• C) C) Social events
• D) D) None of the above

Q7: 7. In which instance would a judge not be protected by Section 77?

• A) A) Issuing a warrant in a criminal case
• B) B) Accepting a gift from a litigant
• C) C) Sentencing a defendant in a fair trial
• D) D) None of the above

Q8: 8. How does Section 77 impact the judicial process in India?

• A) A) It encourages judicial independence
• B) B) It hinders the effectiveness of judges
• C) C) It promotes corruption
• D) D) None of the above

Q9: 9. What type of acts are covered under Section 77 of the Indian Penal Code 1860?

• A) A) Personal acts of a judge
• B) B) Judicial acts of a judge
• C) C) Administrative acts of a judge
• D) D) None of the above

Q10: 10. Under Section 77, a judge is protected from liability when

• A) A) Acting in a biased manner
• B) B) Acting in good faith
• C) C) Acting under pressure
• D) D) None of the above

Q11: 11. Can a judge be prosecuted for a decision made in a court case under Section 77?

• A) A) Yes, always
• B) B) No, never
• C) C) Only in cases of misconduct
• D) D) None of the above

Q12: 12. How does Section 77 contribute to the justice system?

• A) A) By ensuring judges are accountable for their actions
• B) B) By providing judges with immunity in certain situations
• C) C) By limiting the powers of judges
• D) D) None of the above

Q13: 13. What safeguards are in place to prevent misuse of Section 77 by judges?

• A) A) Regular audits of judicial actions
• B) B) Oversight by a higher judicial body
• C) C) Public scrutiny of court proceedings
• D) D) None of the above

Q14: 14. In which of the following situations would a judge not be protected under Section 77?

• A) A) Making a decision based on evidence presented in court
• B) B) Exercising personal bias in a case
• C) C) Sentencing a defendant in a criminal trial
• D) D) None of the above

Q15: 15. How does Section 77 impact the public's perception of the judiciary?

• A) A) It fosters trust in the legal system
• B) B) It raises doubts about judicial integrity
• C) C) It promotes transparency in court proceedings
• D) D) None of the above

Q16: 16. Under Section 77, a judge is protected when

• A) A) Acting in a corrupt manner
• B) B) Exercising discretion in a case
• C) C) Following legal procedures
• D) D) None of the above

Q17: 17. What recourse is available if a judge abuses their immunity under Section 77?

• A) A) Public protest
• B) B) Legal action by the affected party
• C) C) Internal disciplinary proceedings
• D) D) None of the above

Q18: 18. How does Section 77 ensure the independence of the judiciary?

• A) A) By shielding judges from undue influence
• B) B) By limiting the authority of judges
• C) C) By allowing external interference in court cases
• D) D) None of the above

Q19: 19. What ethical considerations should judges keep in mind when invoking Section 77?

• A) A) Impartiality and fairness
• B) B) Personal gain and advantage
• C) C) Expediency and speed
• D) D) None of the above

Q20: 20. Under Section 77, a judge is immune from prosecution for acts done in the course of

• A) A) Judicial functions
• B) B) Personal activities
• C) C) Political activities
• D) D) None of the above

Q21: 21. How does Section 77 protect judges from undue pressure?

• A) A) By allowing interference in judicial matters
• B) B) By granting immunity for judicial acts
• C) C) By promoting corruption within the judiciary
• D) D) None of the above

Q22: 22. What role does Section 77 play in safeguarding the rule of law?

• A) A) It undermines legal principles
• B) B) It upholds judicial integrity
• C) C) It promotes arbitrary decision-making
• D) D) None of the above

Q23: 23. Can a judge be held accountable under Section 77 for errors in judgment?

• A) A) Yes, always
• B) B) No, never
• C) C) Only in cases of gross negligence
• D) D) None of the above

Q24: 24. How does Section 77 contribute to the overall efficiency of the judicial system?

• A) A) By creating delays in legal proceedings
• B) B) By protecting judges from frivolous lawsuits
• C) C) By increasing bureaucratic hurdles
• D) D) None of the above

Q25: 25. What implications does Section 77 have on ensuring the impartiality of judges?

• A) A) It reinforces judicial bias
• B) B) It safeguards against external influences
• C) C) It promotes favoritism in court decisions
• D) D) None of the above