Karnataka Judiciary Syllabus 2023

Reader's Digest - Are you eager to become a civil judge in the Karnataka High Court? Let's explore the captivating Karnataka Judiciary Syllabus 2023 for Prelims and Mains & discover the roadmap to your legal success!

Do you know that  Karnataka High Court releases the official Karnataka judiciary exam syllabus? The latest notification regarding the Karnataka Judiciary Exam has been released, which mentions the latest syllabus.

As per the previous year's official notifications, the Karnataka civil judge exam syllabus differs for both stages: Preliminary and Mains examinations.

With a thorough understanding of the Preliminary and Mains syllabus, you'll be one step closer to achieving your dream of serving the judiciary. So, what are you waiting for? Here is the sneak peek of the Karnataka judicial service exam syllabus:

• What are the three parts of the Karnataka Judiciary Preliminary examination? The Preliminary exam consists of Part A - Civil Law, Part B - Criminal Law, and Part C - General Knowledge. (Curious to know more? Keep scrolling!)
• How many papers are there in the Mains examination for the Karnataka Judiciary Exam? The Mains exam includes four papers: Translation Paper, Law Paper 1, Law Paper 2 & Law Paper 3. (Want more details? Don't stop reading now!)
• Is judgement writing a part of the Karnataka Judiciary Syllabus? Yes, judgement writing is an essential aspect of the syllabus, and you'll be evaluated on it in the Law Paper 2 of the Mains exam. (Stay with us for more exciting info!)

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Karnataka Judiciary Prelims Syllabus 2023 

The Preliminary examination consists of three objective-type papers: Part A - Civil Law, Part B - Criminal Law, and Part C - General Knowledge. This stage aims to test your basic legal knowledge and awareness before moving on to the more challenging Mains examination. But don't worry. We've got your back!

The topics to be studied from each section are as tabulated below:

Part	Topics
Part A	Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
	Negotiable Instruments Act, 1981
	Transfer of Property Act, 1882
	Indian Contract Act, 1872
	Specific Relief Act, 1963
	Indian Constitution
	Karnataka Rent Act, 1999
Part B	Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
	Indian Penal Code, 1860
	Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Part C	General Knowledge
	Test of Reasoning
	Mental Ability

Karnataka High Court Civil Judge Mains Exam Pattern 2023

Now, onto the Mains examination, where the real action begins! The Mains syllabus is divided into four papers: Translation Paper, Law Paper 1, Law Paper 2 & Law Paper 3.

Each paper is further divided into sub-topics to understand the Karnataka High Court civil judge syllabus comprehensively. You'll also be evaluated on your judgement writing abilities, so be prepared to showcase your expertise!

Check out the detailed mains pattern tabulated below and start studying all the topics from Karnataka Judiciary Syllabus for Mains. 

Go through the topics under each section of the Judiciary Exam Syllabus for Karnataka state. 

Sections	Marking Scheme
Translation Paper	There will be one translation paper, and candidates must translate English passages in English into Kannada and Kannada into English. Passages will be from Depositions, Judgments, and Documents.
Law Paper - I	The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; The Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Principles of Pleading and the Constitution of India.
Law Paper-II	Framing of Issues and Writing of Judgments in Civil Cases.
Law Paper - III	Framing of Charges and Writing of Judgments in Criminal Cases.

Don't Miss - Important Judgement Writing Questions for Judiciary Exams 2023

Karnataka Judiciary Viva-Voce 2023

Finally, we have the Viva-voce stage. This is where your knowledge, legal acumen, and communication skills will be put to the ultimate test.

The viva-voce, or the Interview, is conducted for 100 marks. You'll be evaluated on your general knowledge of the law, suitability for the post, and other essential qualities required for a civil judge. So, be ready to put your best foot forward!

Also, Read - WB Judiciary Syllabus

Karnataka Judiciary Computer Test 2023

Did you know a special section in the exam is dedicated to testing your computer knowledge? Well, it's true! This section carries a maximum of 25 marks, and it's designed to assess your computer skills and overall suitability for the role.

But here's the catch - these marks won't be added to your total score from the Main Written Examination and Viva-Voce. So, are you curious about how this unique aspect of the exam might affect your overall performance? Let's keep exploring and find out!

Karnataka Judiciary Exam Important Books 2023

Here's a list of some of the best Judiciary Exam books to prepare for the Karnataka Judiciary Syllabus 2023. Refer to multiple resources and the latest editions for a well-rounded preparation of all topics mentioned in the Karnataka Judicial Service Exam Civil Judge Syllabus.

Book Title	Author/Publication
Lucent's General Knowledge	Dr. Binay Karna, R. P. Suman
Manorama Yearbook 2023	Mammen Mathew
High School English Grammar and Composition	Wren & Martin
Objective General English	S.P. Bakshi
Kuvempu Kannada Vyakarana (Kannada Grammar)	Dr T. V. Venkatachala Sastry
The Indian Penal Code	Ratanlal & Dhirajlal
The Indian Contract Act	R.K. Bangia
The Law of Torts	R.K. Bangia
The Code of Civil Procedure	C.K. Takwani (Thakker)
The Code of Criminal Procedure	R.V. Kelkar's or C.K. Takwani (Thakker)
The Indian Evidence Act	Ratanlal & Dhirajlal
Karnataka Land Revenue Act	Prof. N. Maheshwara Swamy
The Art of Pleading and Conveyancing	Nasim Sabir Chaudhary

Conclusion

So, are you all set to tackle the Karnataka High Court civil judge syllabus for 2023? With the right resources and determination, there's no doubt you'll ace the exam and be one step closer to your dream career. Keep going, future judges!