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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

<p>All persons are equal before the law irrespective of status or position (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

From a sociological perspective, how can the law be viewed?

<p>As an activity that makes society conform to governance of rules (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the rule of law recognize as the highest authority in society?

<p>The judiciary and legal system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of the duty to obey commands, what does the rule of law emphasize about individuals?

<p>'Obedience to superior authority' principle is paramount (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What historical civilizations influenced the laws used in many countries today?

<p>Greeks and Roman civilizations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Rule of Law' implies that citizens:

<p>Are all equal before the law irrespective of status or position (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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