Introduction to

Legal Studies

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

What makes up our legal system?

How do we define “law”?

Definition of Law

Why do we need laws?

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’.

Congo example of Anarchy

Tyranny

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

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

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?

Conclusion

No Law and Order

One ruler who has complete control of law and order

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Another case study on Anarchy.....

Internet Research on the 1992 Los Angeles Riots