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    Question

    Which of the following jurists is associated with the

    concept of "living law"?
    A John Austin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Hans Kelsen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Roscoe Pound Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Eugen Ehrlich Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Eugen Ehrlich, a sociological jurist, introduced the idea of “living law”, referring to the law that governs life outside formal statutes and court decisions — such as customs, social norms, and practices followed by the people. According to Ehrlich, law in action (socially effective norms) is more influential than law in books (statutes and codes), making living law central to the sociological school of jurisprudence.

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