Legal Philosophy
/ˈliːɡəl fəˈlɒsəfi/
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- (n.) The study of fundamental questions about law, its nature, sources, and purposes, examining the relationship between law, morality, justice, and society.
Legal philosophy explores questions about the legitimacy of laws and the ethical foundations of legal systems.
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Legal philosophy is often synonymous with jurisprudence but emphasizes theoretical and normative aspects, useful for understanding foundational legal doctrines and debates.
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