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Which of the following is a source of law in Oman?
Which of the following is a source of law in Oman?
- Judicial decisions and common law
- International treaties and agreements
- Islamic Shari'a
- All of the above (correct)
What is the foundation of legislation in Oman, as stated in Article 2 of the Basic Statute?
What is the foundation of legislation in Oman, as stated in Article 2 of the Basic Statute?
- International treaties
- Anglo-Saxon law
- Roman law
- Islamic Shari'a (correct)
Before 1971, which courts had jurisdiction over civil, criminal, and personal status matters in Oman?
Before 1971, which courts had jurisdiction over civil, criminal, and personal status matters in Oman?
- Shari'a Courts (correct)
- Common law courts
- International courts
- Customary courts
Which philosopher believed that all human law stemmed from divine inspiration?
Which philosopher believed that all human law stemmed from divine inspiration?
What type of legislation is promulgated by the Sultan of Oman?
What type of legislation is promulgated by the Sultan of Oman?
What is the purpose of international sources of law, such as treaties and agreements?
What is the purpose of international sources of law, such as treaties and agreements?
Which type of law does Oman's legal system reflect?
Which type of law does Oman's legal system reflect?
What is the term used to describe legal principles established by courts through interpreting statutes and issuing rulings in cases?
What is the term used to describe legal principles established by courts through interpreting statutes and issuing rulings in cases?
After 1971, what kind of reforms were implemented in Oman's legal system?
After 1971, what kind of reforms were implemented in Oman's legal system?
What are the two main types of legislation in Oman?
What are the two main types of legislation in Oman?
