10 Questions
What is included in a legal system according to the text?
Laws, court structure, and legal profession
Which areas of Sri Lankan Law are primarily governed by English Law?
Commercial Law and Criminal Procedure Law
What is the main purpose of the law mentioned in the text?
To protect individual rights and liberties
What is a direct source of law in certain areas of Sri Lankan law based on Roman Dutch law?
Jurists' opinions
What is the simple definition of 'Law' according to the text?
A set of rules enforced by the State
What would be the consequence of failing to obey laws?
Facing certain repercussions
Which legal system does Sri Lanka have?
A mixed system of common law and civil law
What is seen as the role of 'Law' in society according to the text?
Maintenance of public order and safety
What does the text suggest are distinct from each other?
Legal rules and social rules
What do legal rules and social rules regulate respectively?
Conduct/behavior of society / Proper behavior or etiquette
Learn about the basic functions of law, the characteristics of law, the Sri Lankan legal system, branches of law, legal terminologies, and how to read a legal case. Explore the question of 'What is law?' through the perspective of Prof. H L A Hart.
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