Introduction to Law: Types and Purpose
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What is the purpose of the law?

  • Maintain order in society (correct)
  • Ensure equal distribution of wealth
  • Encourage vigilante justice
  • Promote individual freedom without limits

    • Which type of law deals with relationships between citizens and the state?

  • Contract law
  • Tort law
  • Constitutional law (correct)
  • Family law

    • What does administrative law govern?

  • The activities of administrative agencies of government (correct)
  • Civil liberties of individuals
  • Criminal behavior within the society
  • Private contractual disputes

    • Which entity interprets laws within the UK constitution?

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

    What is the first key principle of the UK constitution?

    <p>&quot;Separation of powers&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of public law?

    <p>Defines the role, powers, and structure of different entities within the state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does criminal law determine?

    <p>The kinds of behaviour which are forbidden by the State at risk of punishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key principle related to the separation of powers in the UK constitution?

    <p>All branches have equal power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of law deals with obligations between citizens?

    <p>Private (or civil) law</p> Signup and view all the answers

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