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Legal Theory And Philosophy

Legal Realism

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Investigate the legal realist perspective, which focuses on the practical impact of law, the influence of judges' personal beliefs, and the role of social context in legal decision-making.

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Legal Realism Definition: Legal realism is a jurisprudential theory that asserts the importance of considering social and economic contexts in legal reasoning and decision-making. Origins: Developed in the early 20th century, legal realism emerged as a response to formalistic and doctrinal approaches to law. Key Principles: a. Contextual Analysis: Legal realists emphasize the need to underst...…

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Unit Syllabus 10 Topics
1
Introduction to Legal Theory
Schools of Legal Thought
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Legal Positivism
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Natural Law Theory
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Legal Realism
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Critical Legal Studies
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Feminist Legal Theory
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Law and Economics
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Rights and Justice
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Law and Society
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