LC 0802 Module 04 Jurisprudence - Legal Positivism

 Jurisprudence - Legal Positivism

     Legal positivism is a significant school of thought in jurisprudence that focuses on the separation of law from morality and emphasizes the importance of positive law created by human beings. This chapter delves into the foundations and key theories of legal positivism, highlighting the works of influential legal scholars such as Bentham, John Austin, H.L.A. Hart, and Hans Kelsen.

Table of Content

1. Introduction
2. Analytical school
3. Bentham and John Austin's Theory of Positivism
4. Hart's Concept of Law
5. Kelsen's Theory of Law
6. Conclusion
7. References

LC 0802 Module 04 Jurisprudence - Legal Positivism - Notes 2

Jurisprudence - Legal Positivism - Notes 

Introduction 

    In this article, we will explore the concept of legal positivism within the field of jurisprudence. Legal positivism is a philosophical approach to law that emphasizes the separation of law from morality and focuses on the formal aspects of legal systems. We will examine the key proponents of legal positivism and their theories, including Jeremy Bentham, John Austin, H.L.A. Hart, and Hans Kelsen.

LC 0802 Module 04 Jurisprudence - Legal Positivism - Notes

Jurisprudence - Legal Positivism

Short Note

1. Introduction 

    Legal positivism is a significant school of thought in jurisprudence that focuses on the separation of law from morality and emphasizes the importance of positive law created by human beings. This chapter delves into the foundations and key theories of legal positivism, highlighting the works of influential legal scholars such as Bentham, John Austin, H.L.A. Hart, and Hans Kelsen.