Fundamental Principles of American Constitutional Law
Chapter 1: Introduction to Constitutional Law
- A constitution is an expression of a nation’s fundamental political and legal values.
- Constitutional law is built on a core set of values:
- Social Order
- Prevention of Tyranny
- 27 Amendments Since 1789:
- The first 10 are the Bill of Rights (1791).
Political Factions and Ideologies
Federalists: People who support a strong centralized government; a political party that advocates for a strong, centralized government.
Anti-Federalists: People who oppose the establishment
Read MoreBNS 2023: Property, Document and Reputation Offences
I. Offences Against Property
Property offences protect the security of ownership, possession, and lawful enjoyment of movable and immovable property. Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), these offences are found in Chapter XVII and include theft, extortion, robbery, dacoity, criminal misappropriation, criminal breach of trust, cheating, and mischief. They are based on the principle that no person should unlawfully deprive another of their property or interfere with it dishonestly.
1. Theft
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1. Social Groups: Meaning, Characteristics, and Classification
Meaning of Social Groups
A social group is a set of individuals who interact regularly, share a sense of identity, and are bound by common norms, values, or goals. Unlike mere aggregates (like people waiting at a bus stop), a social group provides structure, stability, and predictability to interactions. Members perceive themselves as part of a distinct entity and develop a sense of belonging and loyalty.
Example: Family, student clubs,
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Incoterms (ICC Rules)
Incoterms define the allocation of costs, transfer of risk, delivery point, and responsibilities for transport, insurance, and customs. They do not regulate the transfer of ownership, breach of contract, or payment methods.
Group E: Departure (Maximum Buyer Obligation)
- EXW (Ex Works): The seller makes goods available at their own premises. The buyer bears all costs and risks from that point. The seller has no obligation to load or clear goods for export.
Group F: Main Carriage
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Judicial Review
Judicial review is the power of courts to examine and invalidate laws, policies, and government actions that violate the Constitution or are otherwise unlawful.
Key Features
- Constitutional basis: Judicial review is rooted in the Constitution, which establishes the supremacy of the Constitution and the judiciary’s role in enforcing it.
- Independence of judiciary: Judicial review relies on the independence of the judiciary to ensure impartial decision-making.
- Checks and balances: Judicial
Malaysian Wills Act: Requirements for Valid Testacy and Formalities
Foundations of Succession Law in Malaysia
Law of Intestacy vs. Testacy
- Law of Intestacy: Changes from time to time based on the needs and circumstances of society.
- Law of Testacy: Allows a person to give all or part of their property to anyone they choose. This law remains constant, independent of societal needs or changing circumstances.
Definition of a Will
A will is a legal written document that outlines how a person’s assets will be distributed after their death. (Refer to Section 2 of the Wills
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