Posted by WHY THERE IS NEED TO HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF LAW?
BY
SUNDARI, LAW STUDENT,VIT
Being a citizen of any country it is mandatory to have knowledge of law and Economics. Law is a set of rules and regulations followed by the government in order to achieve the harmony of a society. Before the existence of the courts in the ancient days law is made by the king. He has a soul authority to make a law according to his wish and he cannot be punished for his wrongful actions i.e. “the king can do no wrong”. But today the law is enacted by the way of passing bill in the parliament to achieve a systematized society.
“KNOWLEDGE IS POWER” by francis bacon
Knowledge is the incredible property of a human which can be gained by an experience, awareness and by learning. As far as knowledge of law is concern which plays a crucial role in day to day life for an example if a person is driving a vehicle without a license it is an offence. if at all meet with accident then it would be consider as serious offence punished with imprisonment which may extend to a term of 2 years and liable to pay fine as well.so the knowledge of law is most essential which will always protect you from all the obstacles and guide you in a proper way.
Another example: if you are harassed or discriminated at your work place and if you are not aware of what the law is? And what will be the remedies? This means you are decided to continue to remain in vain state.Erudition of law will always help you to know about from the basic rights and liabilities. Now a days all the field is bound by the law, your actions must be corresponding to it therefore in Oderto achieve a true meaning and protect yourself from unfair practices it always necessary to have knowledge of law is supereminent.
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