CLAT 2009 Question Paper

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Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Shade the appropriate answer.
There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on
mankind.
To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this
valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.
A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to
near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be
severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependenceof the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth's animals, plants and micro-organism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself
cannot be excluded.

CLAT 2009 - Question 1

Choose the word, which is most opposite in meaning of the word, printed in bold as used in the passage Deleterious.

CLAT 2009 - Question 2

The author's most important objective of writing the above passage seems to____

CLAT 2009 - Question 3

The scientists engaged in manufacturing destructive weapons are_____

CLAT 2009 - Question 4

According to the passage, the argument on use and manufacture of nuclear weapons

CLAT 2009 - Question 5

The author of the passage seems to be of the view that

CLAT 2009 - Question 6

Which of the following is one of the consequences of nuclear war?

CLAT 2009 - Question 7

Which of the following best explains the word devoted, as used in the passage?

CLAT 2009 - Question 8

The biological consequences of nuclear war as given in the passage include all the following, except

CLAT 2009 - Question 9

It appears from the passage that the use of nuclear weapons is considered against morality by

CLAT 2009 - Question 10

Which of the following statements I, II, III and IV is definitely true in the context of the passage?
(I) There is even' likelihood of survival of the human species as a consequence of nuclear war.
(II) Nuclear war risks and harmful effects are highly exaggerated.
(III)The post war survivors would be exposed to the benefits of non-lethal radiation.
(IV)Living organisms in the areas which are not directly affected by nuclear war would also suffer.

Three of the four words given in these questions are spelt wrong.

Given below are a few foreign language phrases that are commonly used.

CLAT 2009 - Question 16

Mala fide

CLAT 2009 - Question 17

Pro rata

CLAT 2009 - Question 18

Vice versa

CLAT 2009 - Question 19

Ab initio

Some idioms given below are commonly used. Choose the correct meaning for each of the idioms and shade the appropriate answer.

CLAT 2009 - Question 21

To give the game away

CLAT 2009 - Question 22

To cool one's heels

CLAT 2009 - Question 23

To bury the hatchet

CLAT 2009 - Question 24

Gift of the gab

CLAT 2009 - Question 25

To smell a rat

given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer to fill in the blank by shading your answer.

CLAT 2009 - Question 26

Some people believe that in emotional maturity men are inferior --------------women.

CLAT 2009 - Question 28

Some orthodox persons are averse____ drinking liquor.

CLAT 2009 - Question 29

The Cinema Hall was on fire and the Cinema owner had to send____the Firr Brigade.

CLAT 2009 - Question 31

Drinking country liquor at marriage is a custom_____ certain tribes.

CLAT 2009 - Question 32

The struggle for justice brings, __the best of moral qualities of men.

CLAT 2009 - Question 34

Mohan has a bad habit of_____ at an odd hour.

the constituent sentences of a passage have been jumbled up. Read jumbled sentences carefully and then choose the option which shows the best sequence of sentences of the passage and shade the appropriate answer.

CLAT 2009 - Question 36

(i) The Collector said that the Dams should receive
(ii) To ensure uninterrupted
(iii)Water up to a particular level
(iv) Supply of water for irrigation The best sequence is:

CLAT 2009 - Question 37

(i) He loved to distribute them among small kids,
(ii) He wore a long, loose shirt with many pockets
(iii)And in doing so his eyes brightened.
(iv)The pockets of his shirt bulged with toffees and chocolates. The best sequence is:

CLAT 2009 - Question 38

(i) As we all know, a legislation
(ii) Needs the assent of the President
(iii)Passed by the Houses of Parliament
(iv)To become law The best sequence is:

CLAT 2009 - Question 39

(i) The farmers grow food for the whole country
(ii) And therefore it is our duty to improve their lot.
(iii) Yet these fellows are exploited by the rich.
(iv) Hence they are the most useful members of the society. The best sequence is:

CLAT 2009 - Question 40

(i) The ripples looked enchanting in the light of the Sun.
(ii) We went to the pond,
(iii) We flung stones to create ripples.
(iv) We stood knee-deep in the muddy water of the pond The best sequence is:

Out of the four answers, shade the correct answer.

CLAT 2009 - Question 41

Out of the four answers, shade the correct answer. 41. Capital market means

CLAT 2009 - Question 42

From which river would the National River Project be started?

CLAT 2009 - Question 43

"The "Audacity of Hope" is a book written by

CLAT 2009 - Question 44

'WPI' is used as an acronym for

CLAT 2009 - Question 45

If the tax rate increases with the higher level of income, it shall be called

CLAT 2009 - Question 46

Who is the Director of "Chak De India"?

CLAT 2009 - Question 47

What is the full form of the scanning technique CAT?

CLAT 2009 - Question 48

Who got the World Food Prize in 2013?

CLAT 2009 - Question 49

ISO 9000 is a

CLAT 2009 - Question 50

What is AGMARK'?

CLAT 2009 - Question 51

The Headquarters of Indian Space Research Organisation is at

CLAT 2009 - Question 53

First woman Prime-Minister in the World was from

CLAT 2009 - Question 54

Who was felicitated with 'Nishan-e-Pakistan' ?

CLAT 2009 - Question 55

Which State provided separate reservation for Muslims and Christians in the State Backward Classes List in 2007?

CLAT 2009 - Question 56

Which of the following dances is not a classical dance

CLAT 2009 - Question 57

Sulabh International is an organisation which provides

CLAT 2009 - Question 58

Who among the following was honoured with 'Officer of the Legion of Honour' award by French Government in July 2008?

CLAT 2009 - Question 59

The largest gland in the human body is

CLAT 2009 - Question 60

The Railway Budget for 2013-2014 has declared the year 2013 as the year of

CLAT 2009 - Question 61

In the world of Hindi Cinema, who was affectionately called as 'Dada Moni'?

CLAT 2009 - Question 62

Outstanding arliamentarian Award (2012) was presented in 2012 to

CLAT 2009 - Question 63

World's longest sea bridge has taken shape in 2007 in

CLAT 2009 - Question 64

Who among the following became Citigroup's Investment Banking head?

CLAT 2009 - Question 65

The Green Revolution in India has been identified with

CLAT 2009 - Question 66

Indian Judge in the UN Law of the Sea Tribunal is

CLAT 2009 - Question 67

The Ozone Layer thins down as a result of a chain chemical reaction that separates from the layer

CLAT 2009 - Question 68

joint SAARC University of eight SAARC Nations has been established in

CLAT 2009 - Question 69

Which country recently produced the world's first cloned rabbit using a biological process that takes cells from a foetus?

CLAT 2009 - Question 70

Which one of the following Vitamins is responsible for blood clotting?

CLAT 2009 - Question 71

What is the meaning of 'Gilt Edged Market'?

CLAT 2009 - Question 72

Who is the Central Chief Information Commissioner of India?

CLAT 2009 - Question 73

The youngest recipient of Padma Shri mi far is

CLAT 2009 - Question 74

Who is the Director of the film "Elizabeth: The Golden Age Cast'"

CLAT 2009 - Question 75

The territorial waters of India extend up to?

CLAT 2009 - Question 76

'Samjhouta Express' runs between the Railway Stations of

CLAT 2009 - Question 77

Blue revolution refers to

CLAT 2009 - Question 78

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam has been appointed as Chancellor of

CLAT 2009 - Question 79

In which State "Kanya Vidyadhan Yojna" is operational?

CLAT 2009 - Question 80

Who emerged the fastest woman of the world at London Olympics 2012?

CLAT 2009 - Question 81

Savannah grasslands are found in

CLAT 2009 - Question 82

Which State has launched the "Aarogya Sri" a health Insurance Schjeme for families below poverty line?

CLAT 2009 - Question 83

The first nuclear reactor of India is named

CLAT 2009 - Question 84

In May 2007 Air Sahara acquired by Jet Airways is being operated as a separate airline under the name of

CLAT 2009 - Question 85

Suez Canal connects

CLAT 2009 - Question 86

Government has launched E - Passport Scheme and first E - Passport was issued to

CLAT 2009 - Question 87

The Hindu outfit 'Hindraf has been banned in

CLAT 2009 - Question 88

Which organization was headed by Indian Environmentalists R.K. Pachauri, a Nobel Laureate?

CLAT 2009 - Question 89

Kandhamal, the worst affected town by sectarian violence in September-October 2008 is situated in

CLAT 2009 - Question 90

World "No Tobacco Day" is observed on

For the following questions answer them individually
CLAT 2009 - Question 91

The average monthly income of a person in a certain family of 5 members is Rs.
1000. What will be monthly average income of one person in the same family if the
income of one person increased by Rs. 12,000 per year?

CLAT 2009 - Question 92

A dishonest shopkeeper uses a weight of 800 gm for a kg and professes to sell his good at cost price. His profit is

CLAT 2009 - Question 93

By selling 11 oranges for a rupee, a man loses 10%. How many oranges for a rupee should he sell to gain 10%?

CLAT 2009 - Question 94

A person takes 3 hours to walk a certain distance and riding back. He could walk both ways in 5 hours. How long could it take to ride both ways.

CLAT 2009 - Question 97

Fill the blank space to complete the series: 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, ....

CLAT 2009 - Question 98

The smallest of the fractions given below

CLAT 2009 - Question 99

Three friends shared the cost of a television. If Amit, Bharat and Dinesh paid Rs. 3000, Rs. 1800 and Rs. 1200 respectively, then Dinesh paid what percent of the total cost?

CLAT 2009 - Question 100

The average age of 29 boys of a class is equal to 14 years. When the age of the class teacher is included the average becomes 15 years. Find the age of the class teacher.

CLAT 2009 - Question 101

It takes 8 people working at equal rates to finish a work in 96 days. How long will 6 workers take for the same work?

CLAT 2009 - Question 102

.Ram's income is 20% less than Shyam's. How much is Shyam's income more than Ram's in percentage terms?

CLAT 2009 - Question 103

The monthly salary of A, B and C are in the ratio 2: 3: 5. If C's monthly salary is Rs. 1,200 more than that of A, find B's monthly salary.

CLAT 2009 - Question 104

In a town there are 94500 people. 2/9 of them are foreigners, 6400 are immigrants and the rest are natives. How many are natives?

CLAT 2009 - Question 105

Total salary of three persons A, B and C is Rs. 1,44,000. They spend 80%, 85% and 75% respectively. If their savings are in the ratio 8: 9: 20, find C's salary.

CLAT 2009 - Question 106

The population of a town is 155625. For every 1000 males there are 1075 females. If 40% of the males and 24% of the females are literate, find the percentage of literacy in the town.

CLAT 2009 - Question 107

10 sheep and 5 pigs were brought for Rs. 6,000. If the average price of a sheep is Rs. 450, find the average price of pig.

CLAT 2009 - Question 108

Ram weighs 25 kg more than Shyam. Their combined weight is 325 kg. How much does Shyam weigh?

CLAT 2009 - Question 109

Find out the wrong number in the series: 3, 8, 15, 24, 34, 48, 63

From the four options given, shade the appropriate correct option in the space provided for it on the OMR Answer Sheet.

CLAT 2009 - Question 111

Which is the oldest Code ot Law in India?

CLAT 2009 - Question 112

Private international law is also called_____

CLAT 2009 - Question 113

A nominal sum given as a token for striking a sale is called

CLAT 2009 - Question 114

Joint heirs to a property are called

CLAT 2009 - Question 115

The right of a party to initiate an action and be heard before a Court of law is called

CLAT 2009 - Question 116

Indian Parliament is based on the principle of

CLAT 2009 - Question 117

The Supreme Court held that evidence can be recorded by video-conferencing in the case.....

CLAT 2009 - Question 118

When the master is held iiable for the wrongful act of his servant, the liability is called

CLAT 2009 - Question 119

.The act of unlawfully entering into another's property constitutes

CLAT 2009 - Question 120

Which Parliamentary Committee in Indian system of democracy is chaired by a member of Opposition Party?

CLAT 2009 - Question 121

Supreme Court held that Preamble as a basic feature of Constitution cannot be amended in the case of

CLAT 2009 - Question 122

In the year 2002 the Competition Act was enacted replacing

CLAT 2009 - Question 123

A right to recover time barred debt is

CLAT 2009 - Question 124

The law relating to prisoners of war has been codified by

CLAT 2009 - Question 125

Public holidays are declared under

CLAT 2009 - Question 126

When a person is prosecuted for committing a criminal offence, the burden of proof is on

CLAT 2009 - Question 127

Offence which can be compromised between the parties is known as

CLAT 2009 - Question 128

Husband and wife have a right to each others company. The right is called

CLAT 2009 - Question 129

A person 'dying intestate' means he

CLAT 2009 - Question 130

If a witness makes a statement in Court, knowing it to be false, he commits the offence of

CLAT 2009 - Question 132

A formal instrument by which one person empowers another to represent him is known as

CLAT 2009 - Question 133

The temporary release of a prisoner is called

CLAT 2009 - Question 134

The offence of inciting disaffection, hatred or contempt against Government is

CLAT 2009 - Question 135

.India became the member of United Nations in the Year

CLAT 2009 - Question 137

Who heads the four member Committee appointed to study the Centre-State relations especially the changes took place since Sarkaria Commission?

CLAT 2009 - Question 138

No one can be convicted twice for the same offence. This doctrine is called

CLAT 2009 - Question 139

A participant in commission of crime is popularly known as

CLAT 2009 - Question 140

Which of the following is not payable to Central Government?

CLAT 2009 - Question 141

Where is the National Judicial Academy located?

CLAT 2009 - Question 142

Who have constitutional right to audience in all Indian Courts?

CLAT 2009 - Question 143

Which of the following is not included in the Preamble to the Constitution?

CLAT 2009 - Question 144

'Court of Record' is a Court which?

CLAT 2009 - Question 145

A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed from office only on grounds of

CLAT 2009 - Question 146

Fiduciary relationship means a relationship based on

CLAT 2009 - Question 147

The Chairman of Tehelka Enquiry Commission is

CLAT 2009 - Question 148

The concept of judicial review has been borrowed from the Constitution of

CLAT 2009 - Question 149

Every duty enforceable by law is called

CLAT 2009 - Question 150

The killing of a new born child by its parents is

CLAT 2009 - Question 151

Offence of breaking a divine idol is

CLAT 2009 - Question 152

A person who goes under ground or evades the jurisdiction of the Court is known as

CLAT 2009 - Question 155

Beyond what distance from the coast, is the sea known as "High Sea"?

Each question below consists of one Assertion (A) and one Reason (R). Examine them and shade the correct answers using the Code below
(a)Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A.
(b)Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c)A is true but R is false.
(d)A is false but R is true

CLAT 2009 - Question 156

A: Area along the Equator records the highest temperature throughout the year.
R: On the equator, days and nights are equal for the largest part of the year.

CLAT 2009 - Question 157

A: Commercial fisheries have not developed in tropics.
R: The demand for marine food from low income population is low in the tropics.

CLAT 2009 - Question 158

A: Lightning thunder and heavy rain accompany volcanic activity.
R: Volcanoes throw water vapour and charged particles in the atmosphere.

CLAT 2009 - Question 159

A: Soils in some parts of Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan are saline.
R: Evaporation exceeds precipitation.

CLAT 2009 - Question 160

A: The monsoons arrive suddenly in India in June.
R: The monsoonal low pressure trough is well-developed over India

CLAT 2009 - Question 161

A: India built dams and reservoirs to manage water resources.
R: India had enough experience in canals.

CLAT 2009 - Question 162

A: The life expectancy in European countries is very high.
R: European countries have low mortality rate.

CLAT 2009 - Question 163

A: The nomadic herders slaughter their
R: animals for meat. Animals form the chief source of food and livelihood for nomadic herders.

CLAT 2009 - Question 164

A: Exploitation of equatorial rain forest of Amazon basin is not easy.
R: This region is very rich in several types of deadly animals and insects.

CLAT 2009 - Question 165

A: The Sea remains free from ice from British Columbia to Bering Sea.
R: Air moving off the comparatively warm waters of North Pacific Drill gives the coastal areas of British Columbia a warmer climate.

In each question below are given one statement and two assumptions I and II. Examine the statements and choose the correct assumption which is implicit in the

CLAT 2009 - Question 166

Statement: The patient's condition would improve after operation.
Assumptions:
I. The patient can be operated upon in this condition.
II. The patient cannot be operated upon in this condition

CLAT 2009 - Question 167

Statement: Detergents should be used to clean clothes
Assumptions:
I. Detergent form more lather.
II. Detergent helps to dislodge grease and dirt.

CLAT 2009 - Question 168

"As there is a great demand, every person seeking ticket of the programme will be given only five tickets".
Assumptions:
I. The organizers are not keen on selling the tickets.
II. No one is interested in getting more than five tickets.

CLAT 2009 - Question 169

Statement: Double your money in five months- An advertisement.
Assumptions:
I. The assurance is not genuine.
II. People want their money to grow.

CLAT 2009 - Question 170

Statement: Films have become indispensable for the entertainment of people
Assumptions:
I. Films are the only media of entertainment.
II. People enjoy films

CLAT 2009 - Question 171

Statement: ‘To keep myself up-to-date, I always listen to 9.00 p.m. news on radio’ - A candidate tells the interview board.
Assumptions:
I. The candidate does not read newspaper.
II. Broadcast only on radio.

CLAT 2009 - Question 172

Statement: never before such a lucid book was available on the topic.
Assumptions:
I. some other books were available on this topic
II. you can write lucid books on very few topics

CLAT 2009 - Question 173

in case of any difficulty about this case, you may contact our company’s lawyer
Assumptions:
I. Each company has a lawyer of its own.
II. the company’s lawyer is thoroughly briefed about this case.

CLAT 2009 - Question 174

Statement: ‘present day education is in shambles and the country is going to the dogs.
Assumptions:
I. A good education system is essential for the well being of a nation.
II. A good education alone is sufficient for the well being of a nation.

CLAT 2009 - Question 175

Statement: children are influenced more by their teacher nowadays
Assumptions:
I. The children consider teachers as their models.
II. A large amount of children’s time is spent in school

each question below contains a statement on relationship and a question regarding relationship base on the statement. Choose the correct option on relationship.

CLAT 2009 - Question 176

Pointing to a photograph, a lady tells Ram, ‘I am the only daughter of this lady and her son is your maternal uncle’. How the speaker is related to Ram’s father?

CLAT 2009 - Question 177

Introducing a man, a woman said, ‘he is the only son of my mother’s mother”. How is the woman related to the man?

CLAT 2009 - Question 178

Shyam said, ‘This girl is the wife of the grandson of my mother’. Who is Shyam to the girl?

CLAT 2009 - Question 179

Pointing to a man on the stage, Sunita said, ‘he is the brother of the daughter of the wife of my husband’. How is the man on the stage related to Sunita?

CLAT 2009 - Question 180

Introducing a man to her husband, a woman said, "His brother's father is the only son of my grandfather". How is the woman related to his man?

For the following questions answer them individually
CLAT 2009 - Question 181

Legislation: Enactment:: Executive: ?

CLAT 2009 - Question 190

Governor: President:: Chief-Minister: ?

Each question below contains a Statement and two Courses of Action I and II. Assuming the statement to be true, decide which of the two suggested Course of Action logically follows and shade on the OMR Answer Sheet, using the Code given below.

CLAT 2009 - Question 191

Statement: One of the problems facing the food processing industry is the irregular supply of raw material. The producers of raw materials are not getting a reasonable price. Courses of Action:
I. The government should regulate the supply of raw material to other industries also.
II. The government should announce an attractive package to ensure regular supply of raw material for food processing industry.

CLAT 2009 - Question 192

Statement: The Officer-In-charge of a Company had a hunch that some money was missing from the safe.
Courses of Action:
I. He should get it recounted with the help of the staff and check it with the balance sheet.
II. He should inform the police.

CLAT 2009 - Question 193

Statement: If the retired Professors of the same Institutes are also invited to deliberate on restructuring of the organisation, their contribution may be beneficial to the Institute. Courses of Action:
I. Management may seek opinion of the employees before calling retired Professors.
II. Management should involve experienced people for the systematic restructuring of the
organisation.

CLAT 2009 - Question 194

Statement: The sale of a particular product has gone down considerably causing great concern to the company.
Courses of Action:
I. The company should make a proper study of rival products in the market.
II. The price of the product should be reduced and quality improved.

CLAT 2009 - Question 195

Statement: Mr. X, an active member of the Union, often insults his supenors in the office with his rude behaviour.
Courses of Action:
I. He should be transferred to some other department.
II. The matter should be referred to the Union.

each question below contains a Statement and two Arguments I and II. Assume the statement to be true, shade the Argument which is
strong on the OMR Answer Sheet using the Code below.

CLAT 2009 - Question 196

Statement: Should a total ban be put on trapping wild animals?
Arguments:
I. Yes. Trappers are making a lot of money
II. No. Bans on hunting and trapping are not effective.

CLAT 2009 - Question 197

Statement: Should school education be made free in India?
Arguments:
I. Yes. This is the only way to improve the level of literacy.
II. No. It would add to the already heavy burden on the exchequer.

CLAT 2009 - Question 198

Statement: Should government jobs in rural areas have more incentives?
Arguments:
I. Yes. Incentives are essential for attracting government servants there.
II. No. Rural areas are already cheaper, either and less complex than big. So, why offerextra incentives

CLAT 2009 - Question 199

Statement: Should government jobs in rural areas have more incentives?
Arguments:
I. Yes. Incentives are essential for attracting government servants there.
II. No. Rural areas are already cheaper, either and less complex than big. So, why offerextra incentives

CLAT 2009 - Question 200

Statement: Should the political parties be banned? Arguments:
I. Yes. It is necessary to teach a lesson to the politicians.
II. No. It will lead to an end of democracy.

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