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The rule of law is a cornerstone constitutional principle ensuring the supremacy of law over all individuals and institutions in society. We explore diverse philosophical and political perspectives on this foundational concept, examining its relationship with separation of powers and parliamentary sovereignty.
• General definition: law is sovereign and all are subject to it
• Philosophical perspectives from Aristotle, natural law theorists, and social contract theory
• Political theoretical viewpoints including Marxism and Professor Joseph Raz's approach
• Responsible government concept requiring accountability within legal boundaries
• Historical significance of the 1611 Case of Proclamations in limiting Crown power
• Introduction to A.V. Dicey's exposition on rule of law as a constitutional cornerstone
💡⚖️ Let’s learn the law together—one session at a time!
Chapters
1. The Rule of Law: Philosophical Foundations and Constitutional Cornerstones (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to Rule of Law (00:00:33)
3. Philosophical Perspectives on Legal Authority (00:03:15)
4. Marxist and Political Theory Viewpoints (00:06:58)
5. Responsible Government and Legal Accountability (00:09:40)
6. UK's Constitutional Approach to Rule of Law (00:11:55)
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