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According to Article 160(2) of the Federal Constitution 1957, what does the term 'law' include?
According to Article 160(2) of the Federal Constitution 1957, what does the term 'law' include?
- Only written law
- Only common law
- Custom or usage having the force of law
- All of the above (correct)
How do many scholars define law?
How do many scholars define law?
- A set of rules that governs patterns of behavior in society (correct)
- A collection of legislations passed by parliament
- A system designed to control individuals' actions
- A set of guidelines enforced by the government
What does Dicey's proposition on the rule of law state about punishments?
What does Dicey's proposition on the rule of law state about punishments?
- Punishments should be decided based on social status
- No person must be punished except for a breach of the law (correct)
- Punishments can only be applied to the elite class
- Punishments can be arbitrary and without reason
What is one of the three propositions suggested by Prof. Dicey regarding the rule of law?
What is one of the three propositions suggested by Prof. Dicey regarding the rule of law?
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From a sociological perspective, how can the law be viewed?
From a sociological perspective, how can the law be viewed?
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What does the rule of law recognize as the highest authority in society?
What does the rule of law recognize as the highest authority in society?
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In terms of the duty to obey commands, what does the rule of law emphasize about individuals?
In terms of the duty to obey commands, what does the rule of law emphasize about individuals?
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What historical civilizations influenced the laws used in many countries today?
What historical civilizations influenced the laws used in many countries today?
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'Rule of Law' implies that citizens:
'Rule of Law' implies that citizens:
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