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Q11Read the following passage and answer the question. 'An Garda Síochána Trainee Garda programme is a full-time residential training programme based at the Garda College in Templemore, Co. Tipperary. Trainees receive instruction in law, policing skills, community engagement, first aid, and physical fitness. On completion of training, Trainees are attested as Members of An Garda Síochána and assigned to a Garda station.' Where is the Garda College located?
✓ Correct answer: D. Templemore, Co. Tipperary
The passage states the Garda College is based in Templemore, Co. Tipperary.
Q12Read the following passage and answer the question. 'The principle of equality before the law means that all individuals, regardless of social status, wealth, or background, must be treated the same under the law. This principle is central to the rule of law and underpins the integrity of any justice system. In Ireland, this principle is protected under Article 40.1 of Bunreacht na hÉireann.' Which Irish constitutional article is cited as protecting equality before the law?
✓ Correct answer: C. Article 40.1
The passage specifically cites Article 40.1 of Bunreacht na hÉireann as protecting equality before the law.
Q13What voting system is used in Irish general elections?
✓ Correct answer: A. Proportional Representation with Single Transferable Vote (PR-STV)
Ireland uses PR-STV in Dáil elections, allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference.
Q14What is the Special Criminal Court in Ireland used for?
✓ Correct answer: A. Trying cases where there is a risk that the ordinary courts are inadequate to secure the effective administration of justice, particularly scheduled offences and terrorism.
The Special Criminal Court (established under Part V of the Offences Against the State Act 1939) tries cases including terrorism offences and organised crime where a jury trial is deemed at risk.
Q15What is the main purpose of the Domestic Violence Act 2018 in Ireland?
✓ Correct answer: B. To consolidate and strengthen protections for victims of domestic violence including new safety, barring, and emergency barring orders
The Domestic Violence Act 2018 consolidated Irish domestic violence law and strengthened victim protections including new emergency barring order provisions and coercive control as an offence.
Q16Under the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996, what is the maximum period for which a person may be detained for suspected drug trafficking?
✓ Correct answer: C. 7 days
The Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996 allows for detention of up to 7 days with the appropriate authorisations for drug trafficking suspects.
Q17What does 'habeas corpus' mean in Irish law?
✓ Correct answer: C. A legal order requiring a person detained to be brought before a court to examine the lawfulness of detention
Habeas corpus is a legal writ requiring a detaining authority to bring a prisoner before the court to determine whether the detention is lawful.
Q18What is the role of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC)?
✓ Correct answer: B. To promote and protect human rights and equality in Ireland and to review legislation for compatibility with these rights
IHREC is an independent statutory body that promotes and protects human rights and equality, reviews law and practice, and can intervene in legal proceedings.
Q19What is the role of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC)?
✓ Correct answer: C. To promote and protect human rights and equality in Ireland
IHREC (established by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014) promotes and protects human rights and equality in Ireland.
Q20What is Tusla?
✓ Correct answer: C. The Child and Family Agency responsible for promoting the welfare of children and families
Tusla — the Child and Family Agency — is Ireland's dedicated state agency for improving wellbeing and outcomes for children and families.
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