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ICSE · Class 11 · Political Science

What Law covers in ICSE Class 11 Political Science: 3 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 11 Political Science syllabus.

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3 Topics · ICSE Class 11 Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Law

1

Meaning and Nature of Law

  • The word law comes from the old Teutonic root lag, meaning to lay, place, set, or fix something evenly.
  • The word law also derives from the Latin word jus, connected with jungere, which suggests a bond or tie.
  • A broad idea of law is that it controls conduct in society.
2

Sources of Law

  • Custom is the earliest source of law and comes from well-established practices of the people.
  • Religion is a source of law through holy books and their interpretations by priests and divines.
  • Adjudication means law grows through the decisions of judges, who are regarded as the wisest men of the community.
3

Kinds of Law

  • Natural law, also called Dharma, is abstract and is thought to be authored by nature or supernatural agency.
  • Positive law is concrete and man-made.
  • Natural law is sanctioned by respect for or fear of supernatural power.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Law as the system of rules that controls behaviour in society and in the state

Meaning and nature of lawEtymology of lawDefinitions of lawSources of lawKinds of lawSources of authority in lawLegislationOrdinance

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What are the important topics in Law for ICSE Class 11 Political Science?
Key topics in Law include Meaning and Nature of Law, Sources of Law, Kinds of Law. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Law for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on Law. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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