Jurisprudence

Meanings

1. The theory or philosophy of law
2. A legal system
3. The science of law

Example Sentences

• "Indian jurisprudence draws from both British common law and ancient Dharmashastra traditions."
• "The Supreme Court's landmark judgments have shaped modern jurisprudence on privacy rights."
• "She specialized in environmental jurisprudence during her years at the National Law School."

Etymology

From Latin 'jurisprudentia' (the science of law), from 'juris' (of law, genitive of 'jus' meaning law/right) + 'prudentia' (knowledge, foresight). Literally 'foresight in matters of law'.

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