hamburger menu
All Coursesall course arrow
adda247
reward-icon
adda247
    arrow
    arrow
    arrow
    "Legal order is a pyramid of norms" is the statement of -
    Question

    "Legal order is a pyramid of norms" is the statement of -

    A.

    Austin

    B.

    Kelson

    C.

    Salmond

    D.

    Fuller

    Correct option is B


    Hans Kelsen, an Austrian jurist, introduced the "Pure Theory of Law," which describes the legal system as a hierarchy or pyramid of norms, with the Grundnorm (basic norm) at the top.
    Information Booster
    Kelsen’s theory is based on the idea that each legal rule derives its validity from a higher norm, ultimately leading to a basic norm that forms the foundation of the entire legal system.
    Additional Knowledge
    · Austin: Developed the command theory of law.
    · Salmond: A legal positivist but did not propound a theory like Kelsen’s.
    · Fuller: Known for his work on law and morality.

    test-prime-package

    Access ‘State Judiciary PCS J’ Mock Tests with

    • 60000+ Mocks and Previous Year Papers
    • Unlimited Re-Attempts
    • Personalised Report Card
    • 500% Refund on Final Selection
    • Largest Community
    students-icon
    370k+ students have already unlocked exclusive benefits with Test Prime!
    test-prime-package

    Access ‘State Judiciary PCS J’ Mock Tests with

    • 60000+ Mocks and Previous Year Papers
    • Unlimited Re-Attempts
    • Personalised Report Card
    • 500% Refund on Final Selection
    • Largest Community
    students-icon
    370k+ students have already unlocked exclusive benefits with Test Prime!
    Our Plans
    Monthsup-arrow