Civil Law - II

KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION WRITTEN EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF CIVIL JUDGE-CUM-JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE/ ALAQA QAZI BPS-18 (2026) CIVIL LAW - II Time Allowed: 03 Hours Total Marks: 100 Note: - Attempt any FIVE questions, selecting TWO questions from Part-I and ONE question each from Part-II, Part-III & Part-IV. All questions carry equal marks. Part-I (Muhammadan Law) Q.No.1 Discuss in detail different modes and types of divorce, as discussed by Islamic scholars. Also explain the process adopted in Pakistan for a divorce to become effective. (20) Q.No.2 "Dower is a debt". Explain this in the light of remedies available to a wife under Sharia and Pakistani law, if her dower is not paid. (20) Q.No.3 Critically evaluate different provisions of Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961 with reference to the case titled, Allah Rakha versus Federation of Pakistan (PLD 2000 FSC 1). (20) Q.No.4 What is the philosophy behind 'Iddat'? Define it and explain its kinds. Is Iddat compulsory in all kinds of separations? (20) Part-II (Registration Act) Q.No.5 Can a registering officer refuse to register a document? If yes, on what grounds and what forums are available to aggrieved party against such refusal? Explain. (20) Q.No.6 Which persons are competent to present a document for registration? Also explain the rules regarding documents presented by power of attorney. (20) Part-III (Limitation Act) Q.No.7 What are the rules regarding computation of period of limitation? Explain in detail. (20) Q.No.8 Can a court by itself notice of limitation in a suit, without the objection of the opposing party? (20) Part-IV (Specific Relief Act) Q.No.9 What are the grounds for the cancellation of an instrument? Can an instrument be partially cancelled? (20) Q.No.10 Which are the persons who can obtain specific performance of a contract and against whom a contract cannot be specifically enforced? Explain by quoting relevant case law. (20)