Historical Evolution of Legal Systems Quiz
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Which legal system is based on the Quran and Sunnah?

  • Roman Law
  • Common Law
  • Code of Justinian
  • Islamic Law (correct)

    • What was the book called that contained the law used by the French people after the French Revolution?

  • Code of Justinian (correct)
  • Islamic Law
  • Roman Law
  • Common Law

    • Which legal system was inherited by countries colonized by the British?

  • Code of Justinian
  • Roman Law
  • Common Law (correct)
  • Islamic Law

    • When did the implementation of Islamic law start according to the text?

    <p>610 A.D.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal system is said to be free from man-made errors and misjudgment?

    <p>Islamic Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From where did Roman law and Common Law derive their foundations according to the text?

    <p>Real cases and writs (official written orders)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Sir John Salmond, how does he define law?

    <p>The body of principles recognized and applied by the state in the administration of justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of law according to the Oxford Dictionary?

    <p>The body of enacted or customary rules recognized by a community as binding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does John Austin describe law?

    <p>A command set by a superior being to an inferior being and enforced by sanctions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of sanctions can be used for enforcing law, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Imprisonment, fines, damages, injunctions, and decrees of specific performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do different people define 'law' according to the text?

    <p>In terms of history, society, religion, or politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context does the layman understand 'law'?

    <p>As a general rule of conduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main legal systems in the world mentioned in the text?

    <p>Statutory law and Common law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Natural Law view, where does the law originate from?

    <p>The nature and divine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes humans from other objects according to the Natural Law view?

    <p>Conscience and intellect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theoretical perspective of law emphasizes human observations over reasoning?

    <p>Positivist view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as a universally unacceptable evil conduct under Natural Law view?

    <p>Adultery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal system is specifically mentioned as a guide for Islamic countries in formulating laws?

    <p>Islamic law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Professor Dicey, what is one of the key propositions of the rule of law?

    <p>All persons are equal before the law regardless of status or position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the definition of 'law' as per Article 160(2) and Item 43C of section 2(1)?

    <p>Religious laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a legal system necessary according to the text?

    <p>To resolve disputes and govern behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of recognizing the law as the highest authority in society?

    <p>It promotes equal treatment under the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Prof. Dicey define the rule of law?

    <p>As involving equal treatment before the law for everyone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From which civilizations did many countries around the world adopt their legal systems, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Greek and Roman civilizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature shared by all the views discussed?

    <p>The law should protect and maintain peace and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the Naturalist and Sociological views of law?

    <p>Naturalists believe in universal and unchanging law, while sociologists prefer flexible and revisable laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of the positivist view of law according to the text?

    <p>Origination of law from sovereign rulers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do naturalists believe that the law should be universal and non-changing?

    <p>Because natural laws are believed to be divine and superior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What source of law would a sociologist be more likely to accept compared to a positivist?

    <p>Laws based on judicial precedents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which view emphasizes the need for law to be very flexible and revisable?

    <p>Sociological view</p> Signup and view all the answers

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