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When was the comparative law born?

London, 1920
Paris, 1900 (correct)
Rome, 1910
New York, 1930

Who were the founders of comparative law?

Raymond Saleilles and Edouard Lambert (correct)
John Smith and Mary Johnson
David Miller and Sarah Thompson
Michael Brown and Emily Davis

What can comparative law be divided into based on what is to be compared?

Macro comparison and micro comparison (correct)
Social comparison and economic comparison
Legal comparison and political comparison
Historical comparison and cultural comparison

When did comparative law go through a period of crisis?

<p>1940s (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what document can comparative law be considered as positive law?

<p>The Statute of the International Court of Justice, art. 38 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is comparative law?

The study of different legal systems and their comparison, with the goal of understanding legal principles and promoting legal harmonization.

When was Comparative Law 'Born'?

The year 1900 marks the beginning of comparative law as a distinct field of study.

Who founded Comparative Law?

Raymond Saleilles and Edouard Lambert, both prominent legal scholars, are considered the pioneers of comparative law, laying the foundation for its development.

Types of Comparative Law - Macro vs. Micro

Macro comparison involves comparing entire legal systems, examining their overall structure, principles, and ideologies. Micro comparison focuses on specific legal concepts, rules, or institutions within different legal systems.

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The Crisis of Comparative Law

The 1940s marked a challenging period for comparative law, facing criticism for its perceived lack of practical relevance and utility.

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Study Notes

Origins of Comparative Law

Comparative law was born in the mid-19th century.

Founders of Comparative Law

The founders of comparative law were Raymond Saleilles and Ernst Rabel.

Branches of Comparative Law

Comparative law can be divided into micro-comparison (focusing on specific institutions or legal rules) and macro-comparison (focusing on entire legal systems).