PART I: SHORT ANSWER
Note: Answer both of the following questions.
QUESTION 1
In his text, Legal Traditions of the World, Patrick Glenn identifies different elements of a
‘tradition’. What are these elements and why are they necessary to the establishment of a
tradition? Based on your experience of having studied the different legal traditions of the
world, do you think Glenn’s theory of tradition is persuasive?
15 marks; 30 minutes suggested time
QUESTION 2
As discussed in the course, comparative law is routinely used by different actors for a
variety of purposes. Identify three actors who compare laws, institutions or legal
systems. For each actor, describe the purpose of their comparison. What challenges or
limitations do you think these actors might encounter?
15 marks; 30 minutes suggested time
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Note: Answer both of the following questions.
QUESTION 1
In his text, Legal Traditions of the World, Patrick Glenn identifies different elements of a
‘tradition’. What are these elements and why are they necessary to the establishment of a
tradition? Based on your experience of having studied the different legal traditions of the
world, do you think Glenn’s theory of tradition is persuasive?
15 marks; 30 minutes suggested time
QUESTION 2
As discussed in the course, comparative law is routinely used by different actors for a
variety of purposes. Identify three actors who compare laws, institutions or legal
systems. For each actor, describe the purpose of their comparison. What challenges or
limitations do you think these actors might encounter?
15 marks; 30 minutes suggested time
PLEASE SEE NEXT PAGE
