Uttarakhand Judiciary Syllabus 2023 [Prelims & Mains]

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If you are an aspirant for the Uttarakhand Judicial Services Examination, knowing the Uttarakhand PCS J exam syllabus will help you know the important topics from the exam point of view and score good marks.

To help you get a head start on your PCS J preparation, we've put together a comprehensive Uttarakhand PCS J 2023 syllabus.

The Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam consists of three stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Viva-Voce. Here's a sneak peek at some doubts:

• What subjects are covered in the UK PCS J Preliminary Examination? The Preliminary Examination is divided into Part I - General Knowledge and Part II - Law. Intrigued to know the specific topics? Scroll down to find out!
• How many papers are there in the UKPCSJ Main Examination? The Main Examination consists of five papers: Present Day, Language, Law I, Law II, Law III and Computer Operation Practical Examination. Want to know the details of each paper? You'll find all the information below!
• What aspects does the Viva-Voce of UK Civil Judge Exam assess? The Viva-Voce evaluates your general knowledge, personality, suitability for the post, and understanding of legal matters. Interested in learning more about how to prepare? Keep scrolling!

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Uttarakhand PCS J Syllabus 2023 for Prelims

Guess what? As per the Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam Pattern, the Preliminary paper of the Uttarakhand PCS J is divided into two parts. It has an objective-type question paper; you'll fill out your answers on OMR sheets!

With three hours, you'll have ample time to tackle Part-I General Knowledge, worth 50 marks and Part-II Law, worth 150 marks. Isn't that interesting?

Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam 2023 Syllabus for Part 1 (General Knowledge)

It will include day-to-day happenings around India and the World, particularly in the legal spheres. 

Here is the detailed UKPSC syllabus to enhance your GK preparation for Judiciary Exam:

• International Law
• Neutrality
• Latest legislation pronouncements, particularly the Indian Constitution
• Law and Development
• Legal Matters 

Note - The syllabus includes the above-mentioned topics but won't be limited to these topics. 

Uttarakhand Civil Judge Syllabus 2023 for Part 2 (Law)

As per the Uttarakhand PCS J Syllabus 2023, prelims part 2 covers the following Acts and Laws.

You must solve the Judiciary Exam previous year's papers to ace this paper.

• Transfer of Properties Act
• Principle of Hindu Laws
• Principle of Muslim Laws
• Evidence Act
• Code of Criminal Procedure
• Indian Penal Code
• Civil Procedure Code

UK PCS J Syllabus for Mains Exam 2023

Did you know that the mains exam consists of five exciting papers? They include Present Day Based Topics, Language, Law I (Substantive Law), Law II (Procedure and Evidence), and Law III (Revenue, Criminal and Local Laws).

Wondering why it's crucial to know the main syllabus for your Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam preparation? According to experts, it helps you strategize your study plan more effectively!

So, why not dive into the detailed PCS J Uttarakhand Syllabus for the main exam and start planning your preparation journey immediately?

Uttarakhand Judiciary Syllabus 2023 for Paper 1 (Present Day)

Did you know that, as per the Uttarakhand Judiciary Syllabus, the Present Day paper is about assessing your awareness of current events in India and worldwide, particularly those related to the legal field?

And guess what? It also tests your ability to express yourself in English! Isn't it fascinating to see how well-rounded this exam is? The questions will relate mainly to the following topics:

• Jurisprudence
• International law
• Neutrality
• Recent Legislation (particularly Indian constitutional law and developments, especially on their legal aspect and so on)

UK PCS J Syllabus 2023 for Paper 2 (Language)

Did you know that in the Language paper, you'll be given an English passage to translate into Devanagari script, the language commonly used in courts?

And guess what? You'll also need to translate a Hindi paragraph into English! But that's not all - you'll even get to showcase your skills in an English Precis Writing test. Doesn't that sound like an exciting linguistic challenge?

The Mains Uttarakhand Judiciary Syllabus of Paper 2 comprises three questions as specified below:-

Topic	Marks
A passage in English will be set, and you will be required to translate it into the ordinary language spoken in the courts using the Devnagri Script. Likewise, a passage in Hindi is required	30
The same is required to be translated into the ordinary English language.	30
There will be English Précis writing also.	40

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Uttarakhand PCS J Syllabus 2023 for Law Paper I (Substantive Law)

The Uttarakhand Judiciary 2023 syllabus of substantive law covers the following topics:

• The law of contracts
• The law of partnership
• The law concerning casements and torts
• The law relating to the transfer of property, including the principles of equity especially applicable thereto
• The principles of equity, with special reference to the Law of Trust and specific relief
• Hindu Law and Mohammedan Law

UK PCS J 2023 Syllabus for Law Paper II (Evidence & Procedure)

Check out the important topics that need to be prepared under the syllabus of the Uttarakhand Judiciary for Evidence and Procedure paper.

Go through the detailed syllabus from the post below and enhance your mains preparation for the Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam.

• The Law of Evidence
• The Criminal Procedure Code
• Code of Civil Procedure
• The principles of pleading

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The questions set will relate mainly to practical matters, such as

• The framing of charges
• Issues the methods of dealing with the evidence of the witness
• The writing of judgment
• The conduct of cases 

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Uttarakhand Civil Judge 2023 Syllabus for Law Paper III (Revenue, Criminal & Local Laws)

This paper includes questions under the following topics:

• Uttar Pradesh Zamindari Abolition
• Land Reforms Act (as applicable in Uttarakhand) 
• Indian Penal Code

Uttrakhand Judiciary Syllabus 2023 for Basic Knowledge of Computer Operation Practical Examination

This exam is conducted for 100 marks, and you need to secure a minimum of 40 marks to get selected for the exam. The time duration of the exam is one hour.

The paper shall be set from the UKPSC Civil Judge syllabus, broadly taking one question from topics like Windows and Internet, M.S. Word, M.S. Access, M.S. Excel, and M.S. PowerPoint!

And here's the interesting part: each question has five actions to perform on the system, each worth four marks. Once you complete the tasks, you must print the output for evaluation. 

Uttarakhand Judiciary Syllabus 2023 for Interview

A personal Interview or Viva-voce is the third and final stage in the selection process for the judicial services examination. Your interview score cumulatively with the Mains exam decides your merit in the final list.

The interview is conducted to test your suitability for the civil judge post at Uttarakhand High Court. Authorities will test your suitability concerning your school, college, and university record and your personality, address, and physique.

Personal Interviews are conducted in high-pressure atmospheres. Practising mock interview sessions in similar settings will help enhance your Judiciary Interview Preparation.

• The questions you may ask are of general nature and will not necessarily be of an academic or legal nature.
• The exam conducting body will add the marks obtained in viva-voce to the marks obtained in the written papers, and the final selection will depend on the aggregate of both.
• The Commission reserves the right to refuse to call for viva-voce and those who have not obtained such marks in the Law Papers to justify such refusal.

Best Books for Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam Preparation 2023

Refer to the best books for Uttarakhand Judiciary to boost your preparation levels and help you perform well in the exam:

Title	Author	Publisher
Uttarakhand Judicial Services Examination (Civil Judge)	Singhal's Publications	Singhal Law Publications
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908	C.K. Takwani	Eastern Book Company
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973	R.V. Kelkar	Eastern Book Company
Indian Penal Code, 1860	K.D. Gaur	Universal Law Publishing
Indian Evidence Act, 1872	Batuk Lal	Central Law Agency
Indian Contract Act, 1872	R.K. Bangia	Allahabad Law Agency
Uttarakhand State Legal Services Authority Act, 1995	Uttarakhand Government	Uttarakhand Government Publication
Uttarakhand Judicial Service Rules, 2005	Uttarakhand Government	Uttarakhand Government Publication
Uttarakhand Land Revenue Act, 1900	Uttarakhand Government	Uttarakhand Government Publication
Uttarakhand Panchayati Raj Act, 2016	Uttarakhand Government	Uttarakhand Government Publication
Uttarakhand Municipal Corporation Act, 2003	Uttarakhand Government	Uttarakhand Government Publication
Uttarakhand Police Act, 2007	Uttarakhand Government	Uttarakhand Government Publication

Conclusion

Now that you clearly understand the Uttarakhand Judiciary Syllabus 2023, it's time to jumpstart your preparation. Be thorough with each subject, practice rigorously, and stay updated on current affairs. With determination and hard work, you'll be well on your way to a successful career in the Uttarakhand Judicial Services. Best of luck, future legal stars!