Ancient Foundations to Modern Law
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Author: | Dr Bommuluri Bhavana Rao |
ISBN 13: | 9788119119288 |
Binding: | Hardbound |
Language: | English |
Year: | 2024 |
Pages: | 172pp., |
Published On: | 9th January 2024 |
Subject: | Law |
About the Book
Dr Bommuluri Bhavana Rao has compiled the works of authors for the purpose of presenting to the readers a work exploring legal and ethical themes that have shaped Indian Society and which continue to influence contemporary legal systems. For example, the book in one of the chapters delves into ancient jurisprudence, tracing its relevance to global trade and modern legal frameworks. The chapters beautifully bring in the theme showcasing the relationship of present systems with ancieent underpinnings. It, for example, highlights the relationship between ethics and business, showcasing the importance of ethical behavior which comes from ancient times in corporate sustainability. Drawing on ancient Indian texts like the Vedas, the book also discusses how principles from these texts can guide modern businesses in adopting ethical practices and fulfilling their social responsibilities. The book examines legal concepts such as reservation and civil rights through historical analysis and landmark judgments, offering profound insights into their evolution and impact. The book also in one of the chapters explores the jurisprudential theory of western jurist Jeremy Bentham and its relevance to modern constitutional law, shedding light on the evolution of constitutional jurisprudence. It beautifully addresses contemporary issues such as the legal status of non-human animals, advocating for greater legal recognition and protection of animal intersts within constitutional frameworks.