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Islamic Law and Human Rights: A Comparative Study

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  1. Islam is a monotheistic religion articulated by the Quran, a book containing the word of Allah.
  2. Islam's teachings and scriptures were revealed by the Prophet Muhammad.
  3. Sharia encompasses all Islamic laws, jurisprudence, and rulings.
  4. The Quran, considered the direct words of Allah, serves as the Islamic legal constitution. When the Quran doesn't directly address a subject, Muslims consult alternative sources of Islamic law.
  5. The Sunnah refers to the traditions and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, many of which are recorded in Hadith literature.
  6. When specific legal rulings aren't found in the Quran and Sunnah, the consensus (Ijma) of legal scholars is sought.
  7. In cases requiring legal rulings not addressed in other sources, judges or scholars may use
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Understanding Administrative Law and Delegated Legislation

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Separation of Powers

The functions of a state are generally classified into three categories:
  • Legislative Function
  • Executive Function
  • Judicial Function
The legislative function of the state is carried out by the legislature. The legislature of the state enacts laws that are required for regulating the conduct of people living in society.
The executive branch of the government (known as administrative authorities or executive authorities) implements those laws enacted by the legislature.
The judicial function is exercised by the judiciary, and it settles disputes between individuals. The judiciary also decides disputes between individuals and the government.

Administrative Law

Administrative law deals with the powers and functions of the administrative
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Understanding the Federal Court System: A Comprehensive Look

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The Federal Judiciary System

Three Levels of Federal Courts

Level One: District Courts

District Courts are trial courts and handle cases related to congressional districts and voting rights.

  • Cases: Constitution, laws, and treaties of the U.S.; Admiralty and maritime cases; Diversity jurisdiction (citizens of different states with more than $50,000 at issue).
  • Annually, over 367,000 cases (excluding bankruptcy filings) begin at the 94 U.S. District Courts, staffed by 677 judges.
  • There are 89 district courts in the 50 states, plus one each in D.C., Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands.
  • Each state has at least one district court, and no district courts cross state lines. Some states have 2 to 3 districts, with California,
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The Great Holiday of Albacete: A Celebration of Tradition and Culture

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The great holiday of Albacete, known simply as the fair, is declared of tourist international interest and is celebrated annually from September 7th to September 17th. The fair of Albacete is celebrated in a special place in Albacete, known as the Fair. It is a very ancient and nice place and it has a great door called the Door of Iron.

In the fair, many thousands of Albaceteños take part and many visitors come. There are many different activities for all the people, but especially there are attractions, music, dance, and food.

The fair is dedicated to the Virgin of the Plains, de los Llanos, and there is a parade of flowers where many inhabitants of the city take part.

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Spanish Employment Law: Contract Termination & Key Aspects

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Spanish Employment Law

Contract Termination

Termination of Contract

There are several reasons for the termination of an employment contract. Besides death and mutual agreement, termination is typically initiated by either the employer or the employee. Legal rules exist to protect workers from unjustified dismissal.

Disciplinary Dismissal

Disciplinary dismissal is the most severe sanction an employer can impose for serious employee misconduct. This includes:

  1. Very serious breach of contract, fundamentally violating the employer's rights.
  2. Intentional or negligent, unjustified breach of contract.

Employee-Initiated Termination

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Conditional Legislation and Judicial Control of Delegated Legislation

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Conditional Legislation

The legislature makes the law. It is full and let. No legislative function is delegated to the executive authorities. The said law is not brought into force and it is left to the executive to put the Act into operation on fulfillment of certain conditions or contingencies, and for that reason, the legislation is called 'Conditional Legislation' or 'Contingent Legislation'.

In Inder Singh v. State of Rajasthan

Judicial Control of Delegated Legislation

  1. Substantive ultra vires
  2. Procedural

Substantive:

  • Parent act is unconstitutional
  • Delegated Legislation is inconsistent with parent act
  • Delegated legislation is unconstitutional
  • Unreasonable
  • Mala fide or bad faith
  • Subdelegation
  • Exclusion of judicial review
  • Retrospective operation

Rule of

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Glossary of Terms: Absolutism, Revolution, and Society

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Glossary of Terms

Political and Social Concepts

  • Absolutism: The three powers (legislative, judicial, and executive) are controlled by a single person.
  • Tax: A percentage of money paid to the government/king, which is then used for public spending.
  • Separation of Powers: In a democracy, governmental power is divided among separate branches: judicial, legislative, and executive.
  • Estate: A territory that is politically independent of another community.
  • Human Actions: Conscious behaviors aimed at achieving specific goals and objectives.
  • Tithe: A historical tax, typically 10%, paid to the church or ruler.
  • Constitution: Establishes the separation of powers and ensures its implementation.
  • Divine Rights: The belief that a monarch's authority comes directly from
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Writs in Indian Law: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition, Quo Warranto & More

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Writs in Indian Law

Habeas Corpus

"Habeas Corpus" is a Latin term which literally means "you may have the body." The writ is issued to produce a person who has been detained, whether in prison or in private custody, before a court and to release him if such detention is found illegal.

AK Roy vs Union of India, Kanu Sanyal vs District Magistrate

Mandamus

"Mandamus" is a Latin word, which means "We Command". Mandamus is an order from the Supreme Court or High Court to a lower court or tribunal or public authority to perform a public or statutory duty. This writ of command is issued by the Supreme Court or High Court when any government, court, corporation or any public authority has to do a public duty but fails to do so.

East India vs Collector of

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Minority Shareholder Protection: Derivative Claims and Legal Challenges

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Traditional Doctrine and Challenges

A minority shareholder can raise a claim if they believe they have been mistreated by the majority shareholders. Traditionally, the company would bring a claim on behalf of the minority shareholder if the allegations involved a corporate wrong, such as fraud or control by the wrongdoer. However, this approach presented challenges:

  • Difficult to establish proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
  • Obtaining testimony from company employees against the majority shareholder was impractical.

Statutory Derivative Claims under the Companies Act 2006

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Attempts by British Government for Local Self-Government and Municipal Act of 1872

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Attempts by British Government for Local Self-Government

1) Briefly mention the attempts made by the British government for the establishment of local self-government.

Ans) The British government made several attempts to establish local self-government in India during the colonial period. The most notable efforts were the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919, which introduced limited devolution of powers to provincial governments and introduced the concept of dyarchy (shared responsibilities between elected and appointed members) at the provincial level. Another significant step was the Government of India Act 1935, which further expanded the scope of self-government and introduced federalism. However, these reforms fell short of providing full

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