Ancient Legal Systems: A Source of Inspiration for Contemporary Law
Description: Ancient Legal Systems: A Source of Inspiration for Contemporary Law | |
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Which ancient legal system is known for its emphasis on equity and fairness?
The Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest known legal codes, originated in which ancient civilization?
Which ancient legal system placed a strong emphasis on written contracts and commercial transactions?
The concept of 'lex talionis', or 'an eye for an eye', is most closely associated with which ancient legal system?
Which ancient legal system developed the concept of 'stare decisis', or the principle of following precedent?
The ancient legal system of Greece is known for its emphasis on:
Which ancient legal system developed the concept of 'res judicata', or the principle that a matter once adjudicated cannot be tried again?
The ancient legal system of India, known as Dharmaśāstra, is primarily based on:
Which ancient legal system is known for its emphasis on mediation and conciliation as methods of dispute resolution?
The concept of 'actus reus', or the physical act that constitutes a crime, originated in which ancient legal system?
Which ancient legal system developed the concept of 'habeas corpus', which protects individuals from unlawful detention?
The ancient legal system of Japan, known as Ritsuryō, was heavily influenced by:
Which ancient legal system is known for its emphasis on the concept of 'karma' and the principle of non-violence?
The ancient legal system of Korea, known as Gyeongguk daejeon, was influenced by:
Which ancient legal system developed the concept of 'strict liability', where individuals are held responsible for harm caused even if they did not intend to cause it?