Unit-I
- Definition, nature and scope of jurisprudence
- Natural Law- Its development and relevance in modern times
- Analytical School.
(i) Austin’s Theory of Law
(ii) Kelsen’s Pure Theory of Law
(iii) Hart’s Concept of Law
Unit-II - Historical School
- Realist School
- Sociological School
Unit-III - Administration of Justice
- Socio-economic approach and philosophy
(i) Law and Social Change
(ii) Legal Aid
(iii) Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Unit-IV Sources and Elements of Law - Sources of Law: Custom, Precedent and Legislation
- Rights & Duties
- Possession and Ownership
- Persons.
Book Recommended: - Paton : Jurisprudence
- Dias : Jurisprudence
- Friedmann : Legal Theory
- Bodenheimer : Jurisprudence
- Lloyed Denis : Idea of Law
- Tripathi B.N. Mani : Jurisprudence