The question (13 marks)
Can law bring about social change, or can it only follow it? Discuss the two contrasting views, and explain the idea of the courts and the lawyer as social engineers. (13 marks)
MU Module IV, law and social change; pack ch. 04 §§2.1-2.5.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 4 · Law, Society and Social Thought of Sociology.
Authorities you will need
- Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v Union of India
- Union Carbide Corporation v Union of India
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