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Introduc tion to Legal Studies

Law versus anarchy

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Lesson ObjectivesBy the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

1. Define the term “Law”2. Define the term “Anarchy”3. Define the term “Tyranny”3. Compare Law, Anarchy and Tyranny

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What makes up our legal system?

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How do we define “law”?

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Definition of Law

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Why do we need laws?

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Anarchy

Anarchy occurs when a country is left without effective laws and government, resulting in chaos and disorder.

The word ‘anarchy’ comes from the Greek word anarchia, which means ‘without a ruler’.

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Congo example of Anarchy

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Tyranny

Rule by a single leader holding absolute power in a nation-state. For example, Robert Mugabe, President of Zimbabwe.

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Zimbabwe is generally seen as a tyrannous state because......

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Comparing Law, Anarchy and TyrannyLaw Anarchy Tyranny

1. Who rules the country?

2. Who enforces rules and regulations?

3. Who interprets the law and makes judgments about a dispute?

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Conclusion

No Law and Order

One ruler who has complete control of law and order

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