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    Which of the following is considered law within the 'Austinian Theory of Law'?
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    Which of the following is considered law within the 'Austinian Theory of Law'?

    A.

    Laws set by political superior to political inferior

    B.

    Judge-made law

    C.

    International law

    D.

    Customs

    Correct option is A


    According to John Austin's theory of law, law is a command given by a political superior to a political inferior and is backed by sanctions. Other sources like customs and international law are not considered law under Austin's theory.

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