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FUNCTIONS OF LAW

• The term “Law’ denotes different kinds of rules and Principles. Law is an instrument which
regulates human conduct/behavior. Law means Justice, Morality, Reason, Order, and Righteous
from the view point of the society. Law means Statutes, Acts, Rules, RegulatiON

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ROSCOE POUND ATTRIBUTED FOUR MAJOR
FUNCTIONS OF LAW:
(1) maintenance of law and order in society;
(2) to maintain status quo in society;
(3) to ensure maximum freedom of individuals; and
(4) to satisfy the basic needs of the people.
POINTERS

• TO maintain peace and order in the society


• To ensure equal distribution of resources
• To settle disputes between the parties
• To ensure delivery of Justice. To say Law is the Means to attain Justice

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