EXAM ALERT
This coming Thursday will be the business law exam !! Now , let's start revising...
What is LAW ?
Basically, it is sets of uniform rules or principles. When it links to our community, it will be defined as a set of principles which govern and regulate human behaviour.
Why LAW ?
Law is essential to preserve order in the society, to solve disputes among individuals and most importantly, it serves as a guideline which must be widely acceptable so that people will obey.
Law & Government
In Malaysia, law can be divided into public law and civil (private) law. Our government consists of Judiciary, Legislature and Executive.
Malaysian Legal System
Structure of this sytem is formed by unwritten sources and written sources.
Under unwritten sources, there are:
* Customary law
* Islamic law - is only applicable to Muslims and Shariah Court is in charge of any issues related to Islam.
* English common law - with the rules of equity are applicable to Malaysia based on Section 3(1) of Civil Law Act 1956
* Case law - judicial decision
Under written sources, there are:
* Constitution - the supreme source of Malaysian law. It grants powers to the Federal and State Government as well as fundamental rights to citizens.
* Legislation - enacted by Federal Parliament or the State Legislative Assemblies. and must pass through proper legislative processes.
* Subsidiary Legislation - enacted by Executives under a mandate of the parent act.
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