Law Theories: Natural vs Positive

Which of the following best describes the main focus of Natural Law Theory?

• Laws are valid if enacted by legitimate authorities.

• Laws are derived from divine revelation and human reason.

• Laws are established to maintain order and stability.

• Laws are valid regardless of their moral content.

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According to Positive Theory of Law, what is the primary criterion for a law to be considered valid?

• It must reflect universal moral principles.

• It must be enacted by legitimate authorities.

• It must align with natural or divine law.

• It must secure justice.

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Which of the following statements aligns with the views of legal positivists like H.L.A. Hart?

• Legal systems should aim to secure justice above all.

• There is no separation between law and morality.

• Laws can be valid even if perceived as unjust.

• Positive law must align with natural law to be valid.

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Who among the following is NOT a key proponent of Natural Law Theory?

• Augustine

• Aquinas

• Martin Luther King

• H.L.A. Hart

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What is the main argument of natural law theorists regarding unjust laws?

• Unjust laws are still valid if enacted by legitimate authorities.

• Unjust laws are not true laws.

• Unjust laws are necessary for maintaining order.

• Unjust laws should be enforced to adhere to the rule of law.

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Which of the following best describes Lon Fuller's view on legal systems?

• Legal systems must adhere to the rule of law and formal justice.

• Legal systems should prioritize moral content over formal justice.

• Legal systems should not enforce unjust laws.

• Legal systems are valid only if they align with divine law.

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What is the primary focus of Positive Theory of Law?

• To ensure laws reflect universal moral principles.

• To maintain order and stability in society.

• To align laws with natural or divine law.

• To secure justice above all else.

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Which of the following is a key difference between Natural Law Theory and Positive Theory of Law?

• Natural Law Theory emphasizes the separation of law and morality.

• Positive Theory of Law derives laws from divine revelation.

• Natural Law Theory requires laws to reflect universal moral principles.

• Positive Theory of Law asserts that unjust laws are not true laws.

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According to Natural Law Theory, what must positive law align with to be considered valid?

• The rule of law and formal justice.

• The authority of the enacting body.

• Natural or divine law.

• The need for order and stability.

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Which of the following best describes the view of Thomas Aquinas on law?

• Laws are valid if they maintain order, regardless of morality.

• Laws must align with divine law to be valid.

• Laws should be enforced even if unjust.

• Laws are derived solely from human reason.

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