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CBSE Class 11 Legal Studies — Quick Revision Notes

Quick revision notes for CBSE Class 11 Legal Studies. Key formulas, concepts, and definitions for last-minute board exam preparation.

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1

Introduction to Political Institutions

Topics covered

  • Concept of State
  • Theories on the Origin of State
  • Elements of a State
  • Roles of a State
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
2

Basic Features of the Constitution of India

Topics covered

  • Meaning, Definition and Historical Perspective
  • Salient Features of the Constitution of India
  • Preamble to the Constitution
  • Fundamental Rights (Part III, Articles 12–35)
The word 'Constitution' comes fromBefore independenceThe Preamble is the introductory statementFundamental Rights are basicWrits are judicial orders issued by
3

Jurisprudence, Nature and Sources of Law

Topics covered

  • Meaning, Nature and Jurisprudence
  • Schools of Law
  • Classification of Laws
  • Sources of Law
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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