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CBSE Class 11 Legal Studies — Revision Notes

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

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Chapter-Wise Revision Notes — 4 Chapters

  • 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
Read the Introduction to Political Institutions notes
  • 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
Read the Basic Features of the Constitution of India notes
  • 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
Read the Jurisprudence, Nature and Sources of Law notes

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