Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Jun 2024

Exam Question

(a) The legal systems in countries around the world generally fall into one of two main categories: common law systems and civil law systems. What is the main difference between the two systems and what the roles of a Lawyer and Judge in Each System? (8)

(b) How the provisions of International Conventions are given effect in countries following the above system of laws. State and describe with examples. (8)

Reference Answer

### (a) Comparison of Common Law and Civil Law Systems
#### Main Differences
The fundamental distinction between the common law and civil law systems lies in their primary source of law and the role of judicial precedent.
**1. Civil Law System:**

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