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What characterized the legal system of the Dutch Republic?
What characterized the legal system of the Dutch Republic?
- A single dominant legal code
- Uniform law and a centralized system
- A mix of Roman and English law
- Customary law and over 700 local codes (correct)
Who are some of the influential legal scholars associated with the codification of law in the Dutch Republic?
Who are some of the influential legal scholars associated with the codification of law in the Dutch Republic?
- Hugo de Groot, Van Leeuwen, and Johannes Voet
- Van der Keessel, Van der Linden, and Groenewegen
- Grotius, Voet, and Van Leeuwen
- All of the above (correct)
What is a characteristic of English Common Law?
What is a characteristic of English Common Law?
- Codification of law and a centralized system
- Centrality of legal procedure and precedent-focused (correct)
- Strict law of evidence and a jury system
- Customary law and over 700 local codes
What was the impact of English law on South Africa after the British occupation?
What was the impact of English law on South Africa after the British occupation?
What is a notable area of impact of English law on South Africa?
What is a notable area of impact of English law on South Africa?
What is the significance of the works of jurists like Grotius and Voet in South Africa?
What is the significance of the works of jurists like Grotius and Voet in South Africa?
What was the primary characteristic of African Customary Law during the pre-colonial era?
What was the primary characteristic of African Customary Law during the pre-colonial era?
What was introduced by settlers in 1652 and formed the basis for the civil law system in South Africa?
What was introduced by settlers in 1652 and formed the basis for the civil law system in South Africa?
What is the significance of Roman Law in shaping South Africa's legal system?
What is the significance of Roman Law in shaping South Africa's legal system?
What was adopted in 1806 and had a significant influence on South Africa's legal system?
What was adopted in 1806 and had a significant influence on South Africa's legal system?
What is the primary characteristic of the post-colonial era in South Africa's legal history?
What is the primary characteristic of the post-colonial era in South Africa's legal history?
What is the result of the combination of different legal systems in South Africa?
What is the result of the combination of different legal systems in South Africa?
What is the principle of 'pacta sunt servanda' in agreements?
What is the principle of 'pacta sunt servanda' in agreements?
What was the significance of the Praetor in the pre-classical era of Roman Law?
What was the significance of the Praetor in the pre-classical era of Roman Law?
What was the impact of British colonial rule on the South African legal system?
What was the impact of British colonial rule on the South African legal system?
What is the main source of law in democratic South Africa?
What is the main source of law in democratic South Africa?
How do religious and customary laws operate in South Africa today?
How do religious and customary laws operate in South Africa today?
What is the current relationship between common law and customary law in South Africa?
What is the current relationship between common law and customary law in South Africa?
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