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Which of the following best describes the role of law as a 'rule of conduct'?
Which of the following best describes the role of law as a 'rule of conduct'?
- Laws dictate specific actions individuals must take in all situations.
- Laws serve mainly to document historical practices and traditions of a society.
- Laws primarily focus on regulating the internal thoughts and beliefs of individuals.
- Laws offer guidelines for individuals in their interactions within the community. (correct)
What is the most accurate interpretation of the element that 'law must be just'?
What is the most accurate interpretation of the element that 'law must be just'?
- Laws must be based on ancient traditions.
- Laws should ensure equality and fairness in society, promoting justice for all. (correct)
- Laws should be applied uniformly to all citizens, regardless of their background.
- Laws should reflect the personal opinions and preferences of lawmakers.
Why is the 'obligatory' nature of law crucial for maintaining social order?
Why is the 'obligatory' nature of law crucial for maintaining social order?
- It ensures that laws are enforced, serving their intended purpose and maintaining compliance. (correct)
- It enables authorities to arbitrarily enforce laws without consistent standards.
- It provides a framework for individuals to challenge laws deemed unjust.
- It allows individuals to selectively follow laws based on their convenience.
What is the significance of the concept that laws must be 'prescribed by legitimate authority'?
What is the significance of the concept that laws must be 'prescribed by legitimate authority'?
In the context of law, what does 'ordained for the common benefit' primarily imply?
In the context of law, what does 'ordained for the common benefit' primarily imply?
Which of the following scenarios violates the principle that 'laws must be just'?
Which of the following scenarios violates the principle that 'laws must be just'?
How does the concept of 'sovereignty' relate to the legitimacy of laws?
How does the concept of 'sovereignty' relate to the legitimacy of laws?
What is the practical implication of 'Salus Populi est Suprema Lex' in the application of laws?
What is the practical implication of 'Salus Populi est Suprema Lex' in the application of laws?
Which situation exemplifies a law that is NOT 'ordained for the common benefit'?
Which situation exemplifies a law that is NOT 'ordained for the common benefit'?
How does the 'rule of conduct' aspect of law contribute to societal stability?
How does the 'rule of conduct' aspect of law contribute to societal stability?
Flashcards
Law (Broad Sense)
Law (Broad Sense)
Any rule of action or norm of conduct applicable to all actions and creations.
Law (Strict Legal Sense)
Law (Strict Legal Sense)
A rule of conduct, just and obligatory, laid down by legitimate authority for common observance and benefit.
Law as a Rule of Conduct
Law as a Rule of Conduct
Laws guide individuals in their interactions within the community.
Justice in Law
Justice in Law
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Obligatory Nature of Law
Obligatory Nature of Law
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Legitimate Authority
Legitimate Authority
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Common Benefit
Common Benefit
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"Salus Populi est Suprema Lex"
"Salus Populi est Suprema Lex"
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Equal Application of Laws
Equal Application of Laws
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Study Notes
- Law, in its broadest sense, is any rule of action applicable to all actions and creations.
- In a strict legal sense, law is a just and obligatory rule of conduct, prescribed by legitimate authority for common observance and benefit.
Elements of Law:
- Law is a rule of conduct to guide individuals in relation to others and the community.
- Law must be just, serving as a guide for human conduct.
- Law must be obligatory, meaning it must be enforced to serve its intended purpose.
- Law must be prescribed by legitimate authority, meaning it must be established or formulated by those duly chosen by the sovereign will of the people.
- Law must be ordained for the common benefit, as emphasized by the Latin maxim "Salus Populi est Suprema Lex" (the welfare of the people shall be the supreme law).
- Laws should be applied equally to all citizens, regardless of religion, political persuasion, or status in life.
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