JURISPRUDENCE
Unit I: Introduction to Jurisprudence 1. Meaning and Definition of Jurisprudence Jurisprudence is the philosophy and theory of law. It is concerned primarily with what the law is and what it ought to be. That includes questions of how persons and social relations are understood in legal terms, and of the values in and of law. The word "jurisprudence" is derived from the Latin word "juris prudentia", which means "the knowledge of law". It is a broad term that encompasses a variety of different approaches to the study of law. Some of the main branches of jurisprudence include: · Analytical jurisprudence: This approach focuses on the analysis of legal concepts and principles. · Legal positivism: This approach argues that the law is nothing more than the commands of the sovereign. · Lega...
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