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Bangladesh Judicial Service Commission (BJSC) Assistant Judge Written Examination

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Key Facts: BJSC MCQ Exam

55%

Passing Score

55 marks out of 100

1 hour

Time Limit

60 minutes duration

-0.25

Negative Mark

Per incorrect answer

6th Grade

Appointed Rank

Judicial Pay Scale

1,200 BDT

Application Fee

Teletalk payment

10-15%

Average Pass Rate

Preliminary to Written

The BJSC Assistant Judge Preliminary MCQ Examination is a 100-mark screening test with a 1-hour time limit. It requires a score of 55% (55/100 correct answers, with 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer) to qualify for the 1,000-mark written stage. In the 16th BJSC (2023), around 1,000 candidates out of thousands qualified for the written exam. Administered by the Bangladesh Judicial Service Commission, it is the entry gateway to the judicial service (Assistant Judge/Judicial Magistrate) with standard government pay-scale benefits.

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1Under Section 11 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, which of the following is an essential condition for the application of res judicata between co-defendants?

A.There must be a conflict of interest between the co-defendants, it must be necessary to decide it to give the plaintiff relief, and the court must have decided it.

B.The co-defendants must have filed a joint written statement in the former suit.

C.The plaintiff must have withdrawn the suit against one of the co-defendants in the previous proceeding.

D.The co-defendants must be represented by the same advocate in both the former and subsequent suits.

Explanation: For res judicata to apply between co-defendants, three conditions must be satisfied: first, there must be a conflict of interest between them; second, it must be necessary to decide this conflict in order to give the plaintiff the relief he claims; and third, the question between the co-defendants must have been openly checked and decided by the court. This principle ensures that courts do not try the same dispute between the same parties repeatedly.

2When can a civil court exercise its inherent power under Section 151 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908?

A.Only when there is no express provision in the Code covering the matter, to meet the ends of justice or to prevent abuse of the process of the court.

B.To override express provisions of the Code when they cause hardship to a party.

C.Only when the High Court Division grants written permission to do so in a specific case.

D.To extend the limitation period for filing a fresh suit beyond the statutory limits.

Explanation: Section 151 of the CPC declares that nothing in the Code shall limit or affect the inherent power of the court to make such orders as may be necessary for the ends of justice or to prevent abuse of the process of the court. However, this power can only be exercised when there is no express provision covering the situation; it cannot be used to override or bypass explicit statutory provisions of the Code.

3Which of the following is a ground for the rejection of a plaint under Order VII, Rule 11 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908?

A.Where the suit appears from the statement in the plaint to be barred by any law.

B.Where the defendant files a petition showing that the claim of the plaintiff is false.

C.Where the plaintiff fails to appear on the day fixed for the hearing of the suit.

D.Where the summons has not been served on the defendant due to the plaintiff's default.

Explanation: Under Order VII, Rule 11 of the CPC, a plaint must be rejected in four standard cases: where it does not disclose a cause of action; where the relief claimed is undervalued and the plaintiff fails to correct the valuation; where it is written upon paper insufficiently stamped and the plaintiff fails to supply the requisite stamp-paper; and where the suit appears from the statement in the plaint to be barred by any law.

4What are the three essential principles that a plaintiff must satisfy for the grant of a temporary injunction under Order XXXIX of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908?

A.Prima facie case, balance of convenience, and irreparable loss.

B.Existence of title, possession, and pecuniary loss.

C.Written statement filed, trial commenced, and security deposited.

D.Urgency of the matter, absence of the defendant, and public interest.

Explanation: To obtain a temporary injunction under Order XXXIX, Rules 1 and 2, the plaintiff must establish three cumulative conditions: first, a prima facie case (a bona fide contestable issue); second, that the balance of convenience is in favor of granting the injunction; and third, that the plaintiff will suffer irreparable injury (which cannot be compensated by money) if the injunction is refused.

5Under Section 115 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, as amended in Bangladesh, who has the jurisdiction to hear a civil revision against an order of a Joint District Judge?

A.The High Court Division or the District Judge, depending on the nature and forum of the order.

B.Only the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court.

C.Only the Joint District Judge themselves by way of review.

D.Only the Secretary of the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs.

Explanation: In Bangladesh, Section 115 of the CPC distributes revisional power. The High Court Division may call for the record of any case decided by a subordinate court, and the District Judge is also empowered to exercise revisional jurisdiction in specific subordinate matters (such as revisions against orders passed by Assistant District Judges or Senior Assistant Judges in certain cases). Revisional jurisdiction is exercised to correct errors of jurisdiction or material irregularities.

6Under Order VI, Rule 17 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, when can a court allow an amendment of pleadings?

A.At any stage of the proceedings, provided it is necessary to determine the real questions in controversy and does not alter the fundamental character of the suit.

B.Only before the issues are framed by the court.

C.Only after the entire oral evidence has been recorded and closed.

D.Only when the defendant consents in writing to such an amendment.

Explanation: Order VI, Rule 17 allows the court to permit either party to alter or amend their pleadings at any stage of the proceedings on such terms as may be just. The core test is that the amendment must be necessary for determining the real question in controversy between the parties, and it must not introduce a new case or alter the fundamental character of the suit.

7What is the consequence under Section 10 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908 if a suit is filed when a previously instituted suit between the same parties is pending?

A.The court must stay the trial of the subsequently instituted suit.

B.The subsequently instituted suit must be dismissed immediately.

C.The subsequently instituted suit must be merged with the first suit automatically.

D.The plaintiff must be fined for filing multiple suits on the same cause.

Explanation: Section 10 of the CPC (Res Sub-Judice) mandates that no court shall proceed with the trial of any suit in which the matter in issue is also directly and substantially in issue in a previously instituted suit between the same parties. The court must stay the trial of the second suit, though the filing of the second suit itself is not barred.

8To successfully set aside an ex-parte decree under Order IX, Rule 13 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, what must the defendant prove?

A.That the summons was not duly served, or that the defendant was prevented by sufficient cause from appearing when the suit was called on for hearing.

B.That the plaintiff's claim is false and the suit is barred by limitation.

C.That the court lacked pecuniary jurisdiction to try the suit.

D.That the ex-parte decree was not registered under the Registration Act.

Explanation: Under Order IX, Rule 13, a defendant against whom an ex-parte decree has been passed can apply to the court that passed it to set it aside. The court will set it aside if the defendant satisfies the court either that the summons was not duly served, or that the defendant was prevented by any sufficient cause from appearing when the suit was called for hearing.

9Which of the following is true regarding appeals from original decrees under Section 96 of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908?

A.An appeal may lie from an original decree passed ex-parte, but no appeal lies from a decree passed by the court with the consent of the parties.

B.An appeal lies from every decree passed by a court of original jurisdiction, including consent decrees.

C.An appeal lies only if the value of the suit exceeds fifty thousand Taka.

D.An appeal from an original decree lies directly to the Appellate Division in all cases.

Explanation: Section 96(2) of the CPC states that an appeal may lie from an original decree passed ex-parte. However, Section 96(3) explicitly bars any appeal from a decree passed by the court with the consent of the parties (consent decree), as consent implies waiver of the right to appeal.

10Under Section 35A of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, as amended in Bangladesh, what is the maximum amount of compensatory costs a court can award for false or vexatious claims or defenses?

A.Fifty thousand (50,000) Taka.

B.Ten thousand (10,000) Taka.

C.Twenty thousand (20,000) Taka.

D.One hundred thousand (100,000) Taka.

Explanation: Section 35A of the CPC provides for compensatory costs in respect of false or vexatious claims or defenses. Following the Code of Civil Procedure (Amendment) Act, the maximum amount that a court can award as compensatory costs is fifty thousand (50,000) Taka, subject to the court's pecuniary jurisdiction.

About the BJSC MCQ Exam

Preliminary screening examination for recruitment to the post of Assistant Judge in Bangladesh. Focuses on core legal codes and general knowledge.

Exam sponsor: Bangladesh Judicial Service Commission (BJSC). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

100 questions

Time Limit

1 hour

Passing Score

55%

Exam / Certification Fees

1,200 BDT

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Civil Procedure Code (CPC), 1908

Code of Civil Procedure sections, orders, rules, civil revision, and inherent powers

15%

Criminal Law & Procedure

Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) 1898 and the Penal Code 1860

15%

Evidence Act, 1872

Rules of admissibility, confessions, dying declarations, burden of proof, and digital evidence

15%

Specific Relief Act, 1877

Specific performance, recovery of possession, declarations, and injunctions

15%

Limitation Act, 1908

Periods of limitation, condonation of delay, legal disability, and easements

15%

Constitutional Law of Bangladesh

Supremacy of the Constitution, fundamental rights, writ jurisdiction, and Supreme Court powers

10%

Bengali & English Legal Terminology

Standard Latin maxims, principles of natural justice, and Bengali judicial terms

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Passing score: 55%
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: 1 hour
Exam / certification fees: 1,200 BDT Official sources

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BJSC MCQ: Suggested Study Strategy

1Prioritize bare act reading - the BJSC MCQ heavily tests the literal wording of sections, orders, and rules.

2Understand negative marking - with 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer, do not guess blindly unless you can rule out at least two options.

3Focus on the recent amendments - the Evidence Act amendments of 2022 and recent CPC amendments are frequently tested.

4Solve past questions - many questions on the CPC, CrPC, and Constitution follow recurring patterns.

5Memorize Latin maxims and Bengali judicial translations - these constitute 10% of the paper and are relatively easy marks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the BJSC Preliminary Exam?

The standard passing score for the BJSC Assistant Judge Preliminary MCQ Examination is 55% (55 marks out of 100). However, the exam has a negative marking system where 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer, meaning candidates must be cautious with guessing.

How many stages are there in the BJSC recruitment process?

There are three consecutive stages: 1) The Preliminary Examination (100-mark MCQ, 1 hour), 2) The Written Examination (1,000 marks, consisting of compulsory and elective papers), and 3) The Viva Voce (100 marks oral interview). Candidates must pass each stage to qualify for the next.

What is the application fee for the BJSC Exam?

The application fee is 1,200 BDT, which is typically paid via Teletalk mobile SMS during the online application process. Always verify the latest circular on the official BJSC website to check for any administrative changes.

Are there any recent amendments to the Evidence Act tested in the BJSC MCQ?

Yes, the Evidence (Amendment) Act 2022 is highly tested. Key changes include: 1) Admissibility and framework of digital/electronic evidence under Section 65B; 2) Repeal of Section 155(4) which previously allowed character impeachment of rape survivors; and 3) General restrictions on cross-examination regarding a victim's character or previous sexual history in sexual assault cases.

What is the basic salary and rank of a newly appointed Assistant Judge in Bangladesh?

An Assistant Judge is appointed as a Class-1 gazetted officer in the 6th Grade of the Bangladesh Judicial Service Pay Scale. The basic salary scale is BDT 30,935 to 64,430, plus allowances, housing benefits, and judicial facilities.

Does Section 5 of the Limitation Act apply to civil suits?

No. Section 5 of the Limitation Act 1908 (condonation of delay) applies to appeals, applications for review or revision, and other applications, but it explicitly does not apply to regular civil suits or applications for the execution of decrees. Suits must be filed strictly within the prescribed limitation period.