Definition of law Quiz

1. What distinguishes law from custom?
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- Custom refers to habits that are not always legally sanctioned
- Custom is general, impersonal and compulsory, whereas law may vary locally based on habits
- Law is in principle compulsory and sanctions are incurred in case of non-compliance with the imperative rules
2. What is positive law?
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- The set of rules that apply at a certain time in a defined territory
- Superior and universal theoretical norms that apply to all human beings
3. What is private law?
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- Rules that govern private persons and their activities
- Rules that govern public persons and their activities