This 4-credit course explores the philosophical foundations of law through the works of thinkers such as Aquinas, Bentham, Habermas, Hart, and Hobbes. It examines key ideas of these thinkers on the concept, origin, and dynamics of law. It focuses on enhancing students' critical thinking and analytical skills. Discussions focus on the relevance of these ideas to contemporary legal and social issues. No theory of law is complete without tracing its ontological and epistemological assumptions. Join this course to explore the nature of law and its philosophical roots!
- Teacher: Bilal Ahmad Ganai