to observe a law
51Traditional Chinese law — refers to the laws, regulations and rules used in China up to 1911, when the last imperial dynasty fell. It has undergone continuous development since at least the 11th century BC. This legal tradition is distinct from the common law and civil… …
52Duress in English law — For United States law on the criminal defense, as well as for duress in contract law, see duress. Duress in English law is a complete common law defence, operating in favour of those who commit crimes because they are forced or compelled to do so …
53Zoosexuality and the law — looks at the laws governing human animal sexual interaction (also sometimes known as bestiality or zoophilia) around the world.Because it is easy to determine when there is a law against, but (for reasons discussed) often less easy to reliably… …
54Canon law on marriage in India — Canon law is recognised as the personal law of Catholics in India. The Supreme Court of India has held so in Lakshmi Sanyal V. S.K. Dhar (A.I.R. 1972 S.C 2667, Paragraph 10). An authoritative exposition of the origin, development and legal status …
55natural law — a principle or body of laws considered as derived from nature, right reason, or religion and as ethically binding in human society. Cf. positive law. [1350 1400; ME] * * * In jurisprudence and political philosophy, a system of right or justice… …
56Moral Aspect of Divine Law — Moral Aspect of Divine Law † Catholic Encyclopedia ► Moral Aspect of Divine Law Divine Law is that which is enacted by God and made known to man through revelation. We distinguish between the Old Law, contained in the Pentateuch, and… …
57Amdahl's law — Amdahl s law, also known as Amdahl s argument, [Rodgers 85, p.226] is named after computer architect Gene Amdahl, and is used to find the maximum expected improvement to an overall system when only part of the system is improved. It is often used …
58Blue law — A blue law is a type of law in the United States and Canada designed to enforce moral standards, particularly the observance of Sunday as a day of worship or rest, and a restriction on Sunday shopping. Most have been repealed, declared… …
59Biblical law in Christianity — generally refers to a discussion as to what and how the biblical law applies in a Christian context. There are diverse views of the issues involved. Biblical law, commonly called Mosaic Law or Divine Law, refers to the statements or principles of …
60Prostitution and the law —   Prostitution legal and regulated …
