Morality - Paper 2 & 3

Question 1

What is John Salmond’s definition of Law?

Answer 1

The body of principles recognised and applied by the state in the administration of justice

Question 2

What is Phil Harris’ definition of Morality?

Answer 2

A set of beliefs, values, and principles and standards of behaviour

Question 3

What are the characteristics of legal rules?

Answer 3

They must be followed, enforced by the state, and take effect at a precise moment in time

Question 4

What are the characteristics of moral rules?

Answer 4

Compliance is not required by the state, people are informally influenced by social pressure, and they develop gradually over time

Question 5

What is the theory of Legal Liberalism?

Answer 5

Law should only cross with morality when somebody wants to hurt themselves or others

Question 6

Who advocated the theory of Legal Liberalism?

Answer 6

Professor Hart

Question 7

What is the theory of Legal Moralism?

Answer 7

Law should be based on morality and we should all follow a common moral code which is then enforced by the law

Question 8

Who followed the theory of Legal Moralism?

Answer 8

Lord Devlin