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CBSE Class 11 Legal Studies — Chapter Summary

CBSE Class 11 Legal Studies chapter summary, chapter by chapter across 4 chapters. Follows the CBSE syllabus. Starts with Introduction to Political, Basic.

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This unit introduces students to the foundational concepts of political institutions, focusing on the nature of the State, forms and organs of government, and the doctrine of separation of powers. Understanding these concepts is essential for students of Legal Studies as they form the bedrock of con

A State is a political communityArticle 12 defines 'State' forThe State and Government are relatedA State must possess four essentialPolitical philosophers have proposed several theories
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The Constitution of India is the supreme law of the land, derived from the Latin word 'constitutio' meaning 'to establish'. It came into effect on 26 January 1950 — celebrated every year as Republic Day — and holds the distinction of being the lengthiest written Constitution in the world. Drafted by

The word 'Constitution' comes fromBefore independenceThe Preamble is the introductory statementFundamental Rights are basicWrits are judicial orders issued by
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Law is the foundation of any civilized society. This unit explores jurisprudence — the philosophy and science of law — covering its meaning, nature, various schools of legal thought, classification of laws, sources from which law originates, law reforms in India, and cyber laws. Understanding these

Jurisprudence is the philosophy and scienceNatural law is described asRule of Law means law carriesFounded by Jeremy Bentham and JohnLed by Savigny and Henry Maine
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