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Who defined jurisprudence as "the formal science of positive law"?
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Who defined jurisprudence as "the formal science of positive law"?

A.

Roscoe Pound

B.

John Austin

C.

Salmond

D.

H.L.A. Hart

Correct option is C


Salmond defined jurisprudence as “the formal science of positive law.” He viewed jurisprudence as a science that systematically studies legal principles and their logical structure, focusing on the norms set by a sovereign authority.
Information Booster: Salmond made a distinction between general jurisprudence (concerned with fundamental legal principles) and particular jurisprudence (concerned with the legal system of a particular country).

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