ILW1501 May/Jun 2013 exam paper — questions
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Question 1.1 · Divisions of South African law · 3 marks
South African law can be split into two main divisions using two different methods. One method distinguishes between public law and private law. Identify the other method that is used to divide South African law into these two main divisions, and discuss it in detail.Show the full question
Question 1.2 · Divisions of South African law · 3 marks
The various normative systems differ from one another mainly in respect of three particular aspects. Name these three aspects.Show the full question
Question 1.3 · Divisions of South African law · 4 marks
Identify four classes or types of rights, together with the object that corresponds to each type of right.Show the full question
Question 2(a) · Legal history and legal families · 3 marks
The history of our legal system can be traced right back to Roman times and is generally divided into three distinct parts. Name these three parts.Show the full question
Question 2(b) · Legal history and legal families · 3 marks
Using criteria such as style and technique, ideology, and economic factors, legal scholars are able to identify the Romano-Germanic, Anglo-American and Socialist legal families. However, many other legal families can also be identified. Name three of these other legal families.Show the full question
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