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What is the primary basis for classifying legal systems worldwide?

  • The size of the country's legal profession
  • The number of laws in each country
  • Common traits and features among them (correct)
  • The historical development of laws

Which of the following is NOT one of the four broad categories of legal systems mentioned?

  • Religious Legal System (correct)
  • Continental Legal System
  • Socialist Legal System
  • Common Law System

What does the Common Law System emphasize in its legal process?

  • Religious texts as primary sources
  • Written statutes and codes
  • Rigorous training for lawmakers
  • Judicial precedent and case law (correct)

What influence does the Continental Legal System have?

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In which legal system is the role of judicial precedents least significant?

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Which of the following best describes the Socialist Legal System?

<p>Centered around government control and collective ownership (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of legal systems among International Institutions is mentioned?

<p>They operate within an interrelated framework of international laws (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about legal systems is true?

<p>Common traits and features exist between different legal systems. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Acts passed by the Parliament in the legal system?

<p>They are considered supreme and applied by judges. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the process of codification relate to rules governing crimes?

<p>The Penal Code is a result of codification of crime rules. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who typically interprets vague language found in Acts passed by the Parliament?

<p>Legal scholars and academicians provide interpretations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Continental Legal System, who can potentially become a judge?

<p>Persons from various professional backgrounds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What requirement is absent for becoming a judge in the Continental Legal System?

<p>Completion of law school. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the abstract law passed by the Parliament in the legal arena?

<p>It is treated with high regard by judges and advocates. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can judges assert their own authority over rules passed by the Parliament?

<p>Judges do not have the authority to change these rules. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the composition of the judiciary in the Continental Legal System differ from other legal systems?

<p>Judges can come from diverse professional backgrounds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary nature of the legal system mentioned in the content?

<p>Inquisitorial in character (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the Socialist Legal System, who holds the power to create law?

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Which statement correctly reflects the approach to legal specialization in the mentioned system?

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What is regarded as the role of public prosecution in the legal system discussed?

<p>To provide justice to victims (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the categorization of law in the legal system discussed?

<p>Integrated with no strict divisions between categories (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Socialist Legal System view Private Law?

<p>It has no space; all law is public in nature. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant feature of judges in the legal system outlined in the content?

<p>They only apply laws rather than interpret them. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influence is noted regarding the Socialist Legal System?

<p>Greatly influenced by the Continental System (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the structure of the European Union (EU)?

<p>The Lisbon Treaty allows the EU to create treaties with primacy over national laws. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Schengen area within the EU?

<p>It allows passport-free travel across 22 EU and 4 non-EU countries. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?

<p>It operates under an exclusive military alliance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of legislation supports the primary legislation of the EU?

<p>Secondary legislation such as regulations and directives. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these agreements is associated with SAARC?

<p>Agreement on Avoidance of Double Taxation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines the fundamental rights under EU Law?

<p>They are guaranteed by the Charter of Fundamental Rights and common constitutional traditions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable achievement of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation?

<p>Establishment of the Agreement on South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA). (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Lisbon Treaty play in the EU's legislative framework?

<p>It grants the EU the authority to create treaties with primacy over national law. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the binding authority of judgements in the Common Law System called?

<p>Judicial precedent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Continental Legal System, what is the role of judges during court proceedings?

<p>Judges actively participate and direct the proceedings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best characterizes the judge's background in the Continental Legal System?

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What is the nature of court proceedings in the Common Law System?

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How are laws passed by the legislature treated in both the Common Law and Continental Legal Systems?

<p>Laws have the same authority in both systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the skills of judges in the Common Law System?

<p>Judges possess specialized knowledge of law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of the judicial precedents in the Continental Legal System?

<p>They hold no legal authority (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which legal system do judges hold a high status with authoritative judgments?

<p>Exclusively in the Common Law System (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the authority of judgments made by higher courts?

<p>Judicial precedent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is characteristic of judges in the Common Law family of legal systems?

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In the context of India, who must follow the judgments of the Bombay High Court?

<p>All lower courts under its jurisdiction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the technical quality of judgments in Common Law systems?

<p>Judges are skilled legal professionals with practical experience (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following legal systems are higher court judgments binding on lower courts?

<p>Common Law systems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the composition of judicial institutions in Common Law systems?

<p>Judges are trained legal professionals with a degree in law. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is not a characteristic of judicial precedents in the Common Law family?

<p>They can be overruled by any court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the obligations of lower courts in regards to judicial precedents?

<p>They are bound to follow precedents set by higher courts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Common Law System

A legal system based on judicial precedents, where court decisions become binding law.

Continental Legal System

A legal system based on codified laws, with a strong emphasis on legal codes.

Socialist Legal System

A legal system influenced by Marxist-Leninist ideology, prioritizing social and economic equality.

International Legal System

The rules and principles governing the interactions between international organizations and states.

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Judicial Precedents

Prior decisions made by courts that are used as a basis for future legal decisions.

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Legal Codes

A comprehensive collection of written laws that form the foundation of a legal system.

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Socialist Legal Principles

The legal system is based on ideological principles that prioritize social and economic equality.

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International Law

A system of rules that govern the interactions between nations, including treaties and international organizations.

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Codification of Rules

The process of organizing and writing down existing laws into an official, systematic code.

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Penal Code

A set of rules passed by a legislature that defines crimes and punishments.

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Judge's Role in Continental Legal System

Judges apply laws made by the legislature, not making their own laws.

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Judicial Background in Continental Legal System

Experts in specific fields can become judges, not just lawyers.

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Interpretations of Laws in Continental Legal System

Judges apply and interpret laws, but can't change them.

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Role of Scholars in Continental Legal System

Scholars and academics play a key role in interpreting and explaining laws.

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Authority of Legislation in Continental Legal System

Laws passed by the legislature have a high level of authority, even over court decisions.

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Respect for Law in Continental Legal System

The abstract laws created by the legislature are respected by both judges and lawyers.

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Common Law

A legal system where judicial precedents play a vital role, with past court decisions serving as binding law.

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Binding Authority

The judgments of higher courts are binding on lower courts within the same jurisdiction. This means lower courts must follow the rulings of higher courts.

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India's Legal System

The legal system in India is part of the Common Law family, meaning that judicial precedents are highly influential in legal decision-making.

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Judges in Common Law

Judges in Common Law systems are highly skilled legal professionals who have specialized training and experience in law.

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Legal Background for Common Law Judges

Judges in Common Law systems cannot be ordinary people; they must have a strong legal background, usually as a lawyer or a judge.

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Technicality of Common Law Judgments

The judgments delivered by judges in Common Law systems are often highly technical and detailed, reflecting the specific nuances of the legal provisions.

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Quality of Common Law Judgments

High-quality judgments are expected from experienced judges in Common Law due to their expertise and depth of understanding of the law.

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What is the Schengen Area?

A unique space within the EU where citizens can travel freely without needing passports, encompassing 22 EU nations and four non-EU countries.

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What are EU Treaties?

The EU's primary legal documents, establishing the foundation of the Union's legal framework and setting out its objectives, powers, and principles.

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What's the difference between EU Primary and Secondary Legislation?

Secondary legislation, like regulations, directives, and decisions, that elaborates and implements EU law.

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How does EU law relate to national laws?

The EU's highest legal authority, enabling it to create treaties that override national laws, setting it apart from other international organizations.

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What is SAARC?

A regional organization of eight South Asian countries promoting cooperation in various areas including trade, development, and security.

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What is SAFTA?

An agreement within SAARC that allows for free movement of goods and services among participating countries, fostering trade and economic growth.

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What are SAARC Agreements on Avoiding Double Taxation?

Agreements that aim to prevent double taxation, ensuring individuals or businesses pay taxes only once on the same income.

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What is the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme?

A key SAARC achievement where some travelers from participating countries can enter other member states without requiring visas.

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What is judicial precedent?

Decisions made by higher courts are binding on lower courts in the same legal system. This means lower courts must follow the rulings of higher courts.

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Who are common law judges?

Judges in Common Law systems are highly skilled legal professionals who have specialized training and experience in law.

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What is the role of a judge in a Common Law court?

Court proceedings in Common Law systems are adversarial, meaning two sides present their arguments, and the judge acts as an impartial referee.

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What is the relationship between laws made by Parliament and court decisions in Common Law?

Laws passed by the legislature, like Parliament, have the same legal authority as judicial precedents in Common Law systems.

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What are Continental Legal System judges like?

Judges in Continental Legal Systems are not necessarily lawyers; they can come from various backgrounds like arbitration, engineering, or medicine.

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What is the role of a judge in a Continental Legal System court?

Court proceedings in Continental Legal Systems are inquisitorial, meaning the judge actively investigates the case and gathers evidence.

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What is the significance of judicial precedents in the Continental Legal System?

Decisions made by higher courts in Continental Legal Systems are not binding on lower courts. Each case is decided based on the specific law, not previous rulings.

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What is the role of legislation in the Continental Legal System?

Laws passed by the legislature in Continental Legal Systems hold the highest authority, even over court decisions. Judicial precedents are less important.

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Integrated Legal System

This type of legal system is characterized by having one unified system, without rigid separation between different areas of law (like criminal, civil, and intellectual property). Lawyers can easily work in diverse legal fields.

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Judge's Role in Socialist Legal System

A legal system where judges are tasked with applying existing laws rather than creating new ones, therefore relying heavily on legislation and limiting judicial precedent.

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Legislation's Dominance in Socialist Legal System

A legal system where there is a single comprehensive set of laws created by legislature, and judicial decisions are seen as secondary to the written law.

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Public Prosecutor's Role in Socialist Legal System

The legal system emphasizes the role of public prosecution in upholding social justice, with less emphasis on the adversarial trial common in other systems.

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Inquisitorial Approach

In this system, the legal process is characterized by an emphasis on investigation by official bodies rather than relying solely on opposing arguments between parties.

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Influence on Socialist Legal System

The Socialist Legal System draws significant influence from Continental legal systems, which are based on codified laws and a strong focus on written statutes.

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Study Notes

  • Legal systems around the world are broadly categorized by common traits and sources, not necessarily by country boundaries.
  • Four main categories exist: Common Law, Continental Legal System, Socialist Legal System, and International Legal System.

Common Law System

  • Key features include the authority of higher courts' judgments, the composition of judicial institutions, an adversarial court process, and the importance of laws and statutes.
  • Judgments of higher courts are precedents to be followed by lower courts—this is called judicial precedent.
  • Judges in common law systems are highly skilled individuals with legal backgrounds and practical experience.
  • Common law systems heavily influence the legal systems of many countries, including the UK, US, Canada, and India, based on English common law.
  • Important aspects include the importance of statutes passed by parliament, a broader array of legal backgrounds for judges, inquisitorial court proceedings, and significant influence on other legal systems around the world.
  • Judges in continental systems do not rely on precedents. Judges apply legislation as created by the legislature.
  • Countries following continental systems tend to have broad legal backgrounds for judicial appointments.
  • This system emphasizes non-permanent laws, the predominance of public law, lack of judicial review, and the significant influence of Continental Legal systems.
  • Legal interpretation is done by legal scholars, not judges.
  • Countries such as former U.S.S.R., China, Mongolia, North Korea, and Cuba follow this system.

  • International law develops through treaties, and the United Nations and other international organizations play a key role.

  • International Legal Systems is a distinct system covering global relations and issues.

  • Treaties regulate interactions between countries and international organizations.

  • Treaties are used to enforce judgments across borders and provide a source of law.

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