Week 2-Tutorial

Which of the following statements best reflects the nature of law as a social construct?

• Law is an enforceable set of rules designed solely for economic regulation.

• Law is a body of rules formulated to serve justice and order in society.

• Law is a static framework applied universally without regard for cultural diversity.

• Law is a set of religious principles adopted by all states.

According to John Austin’s theory, which element distinguishes law from mere moral rules?

• Its ability to be understood by the majority of the population.

• Its recognition as binding due to social norms.

• Its coercive enforcement by a sovereign authority.

• Its reliance on religious doctrines for legitimacy.

Public law differs from private law in that public law:

• Concerns relationships between private individuals.

• Primarily governs civil and contractual obligations.

• Regulates interactions between the state and individuals.

• Exclusively addresses international treaties and agreements.

Which of the following is an example of public law in Malaysia?

• Tenancy agreements.

• Employment contracts.

• Disputes over property ownership.

• Federal Constitution provisions

Which of the following best describes the role of constitutional law?

• It focuses solely on international legal agreements.

• It is primarily concerned with criminal law and enforcement.

• It establishes the framework for government and its relationship with citizens.

• It governs the relationships between private entities.

In the context of international law, which statement is true regarding its enforcement mechanisms?

• International law lacks enforcement mechanisms due to the absence of a global legislature.

• International law is enforced solely through domestic courts.

• International law is enforceable only by the International Court of Justice.

• International law is self-executing in all member states of the United Nations.

A legal dispute between two countries over territorial boundaries would most likely fall under

• Private law.

• Public law.

• Constitutional law.

• International law.

What is the primary purpose of the Federal Constitution in Malaysia?

• To establish the structure of government.

• To provide guidelines for state laws.

• To outline the rights of citizens.

• To regulate international treaties.

In Malaysia, which of the following is considered the supreme written source of law?

• Statutes.

• Federal Constitution.

• Islamic Law.

• Subsidiary Legislation.

In Malaysia, which body is responsible for interpreting the Constitution?

• The Parliament.

• The Judiciary.

• The Executive.

• The Attorney General's Chambers.