#1
Which of the following is not a primary source of law in the United States legal system?
Precedent
ExplanationPrecedent is not a primary source of law in the US legal system.
#2
What is the doctrine of 'separation of powers' in legal systems?
The division of power between the executive, legislature, and judiciary.
ExplanationSeparation of powers divides authority among branches of government.
#3
What is the term used to describe laws enacted by a legislative body?
Statutory law
ExplanationStatutory law is created by legislative bodies.
#4
What term is used to describe a legal principle that requires similar cases to be decided similarly?
Precedent
ExplanationPrecedent mandates consistency in legal rulings.
#5
In which legal system are legal rules primarily found in written codes and statutes?
Civil law system
ExplanationLegal rules in civil law systems are mainly codified.
#6
Which of the following is a characteristic of common law legal systems?
Precedent plays a significant role in decision-making.
ExplanationPrecedent guides legal decisions in common law systems.
#7
In which legal system do judges play a relatively passive role and primarily interpret and apply existing laws rather than creating new ones?
Civil law system
ExplanationJudges in civil law systems interpret and apply existing laws.
#8
Which legal system is primarily based on religious texts and teachings?
Islamic law system
ExplanationIslamic law is derived from religious texts and teachings.
#9
Which legal system is characterized by a combination of features from both common law and civil law traditions?
Mixed legal system
ExplanationMixed legal systems blend common law and civil law elements.
#10
In which legal system do judges have more discretion and are able to interpret and apply the law in a flexible manner?
Common law system
ExplanationCommon law judges have more discretion in legal interpretation.
#11
What does the Latin term 'stare decisis' mean in the context of legal systems?
To stand by things decided
ExplanationStare decisis refers to standing by past decisions.
#12
Which of the following is true about the role of judges in a civil law system?
Judges have limited discretion and mainly apply existing laws.
ExplanationJudges in civil law systems primarily apply existing laws with limited discretion.