International Commission of Jurists and Declaration of New Delhi
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What does the common law of Ghana comprise?

  • Rules of law generally known as the common law, international treaties, and rules of customary law
  • Rules of law generally known as the common law, constitutional provisions, and rules of customary law
  • Rules of law generally known as the common law, doctrines of equity, and rules of customary law (correct)
  • Rules of law generally known as the common law, statutory instruments, and rules of customary law

    • What is meant by 'customary law' in the context of this article?

  • International conventions recognized by Ghanaian communities
  • Rules of law which by custom are applicable to particular communities in Ghana (correct)
  • Legal principles derived from British common law
  • Laws enacted by the Superior Court of Judicature

    • How is the existing law affected by the coming into force of the Constitution?

  • The existing law is subject to automatic repeal upon the coming into force of the Constitution
  • The existing law will only be applicable to specific communities in Ghana
  • The existing law shall not be affected by the coming into force of this Constitution (correct)
  • The existing law is completely replaced by the Constitution

    • What are subsidiary legislations in Ghana?

    <p>Laws made by some other authority pursuant to an authority granted by the Constitution or Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of instrument is usually derived from the Constitution in Ghana?

    <p>Constitutional Instruments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for subsidiary legislations to become law in Ghana?

    <p>They must be published in the Gazette, laid before Parliament, and remain in Parliament for 21 sitting days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the power to amend subsidiary legislations when they are laid in Parliament?

    <p>Parliament has no power to amend the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a responsible government according to the Declaration of New Delhi?

    <p>A government accountable to the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Declaration of New Delhi specify regarding the right to a remedy?

    <p>There must be a remedy available for every breach of a right or the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for trials to be fair and public according to the text?

    <p>To ensure that justice is done and seen to be done</p> Signup and view all the answers

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