Introduction to law part 4 Classification of Law ⚖️ #llb1stsemester #introductiontolaw #whatislaw

⚖️ Lecture 4 — Classification of Law LLB Semester 1 | Introduction to Law & Legal Systems 1. Meaning of Classification of Law Classification of law means dividing law into different categories according to its nature, purpose and application. In simple words: Law is divided into different types to understand and apply it more easily. 2. Main Classifications of Law 1. Public Law and Private Law Public Law Public law regulates the relationship between the State and individuals. Examples: Constitutional Law Criminal Law Administrative Law Private Law Private law regulates relationships between private individuals. Examples: Law of Contract Law of Torts Family Law Property Law 2. Civil Law and Criminal Law Civil Law Civil law deals with disputes between individuals or organisations. Examples: Property disputes Contract disputes Family disputes Criminal Law Criminal law deals with acts considered offences against the State or society. Examples: Theft Murder Assault 3. Substantive Law and Procedural Law Substantive Law Substantive law defines rights, duties and legal offences. It tells us what the law is. Procedural Law Procedural law provides the method and procedure for enforcing legal rights. It tells us how the law is applied. 4. Municipal Law and International Law Municipal Law Municipal law is the law that operates within a particular country. International Law International law regulates relations between States and international organisations. 📝 Quick Revision Classification of Law: Public / Private Civil / Criminal Substantive / Procedural Municipal / International Important Exam Questions 1. What is meant by the classification of law? 2. Differentiate between Public Law and Private Law. 3. Differentiate between Civil Law and Criminal Law. 4. What is the difference between Substantive and Procedural Law? 5. Differentiate between Municipal Law and International Law. Next Lecture: ⚖️ Legal Systems. #law #lawyer #llb #lawstudies #legalexpert #legalcontracts #legalpractice #legallearning #lawacademy