Jurisprudence-An International Journal of Legal and Political Thought
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Scholars to Transform Legal Discourse
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Legal Theory and Philosophy:
The journal explores foundational questions in legal theory, including the nature of law, legal reasoning, and the relationship between law and morality. It emphasizes philosophical inquiries into how laws are interpreted and applied. - Human Rights and Justice:
A significant focus is placed on human rights, transitional justice, and the ethical implications of legal systems. The journal examines the role of law in addressing injustices and promoting social equity. - Constitutional Law and Governance:
The journal addresses constitutional issues, including the dynamics between constitutional and administrative law, and the implications of constitutional rights in contemporary governance. - Pluralism and Legal Interpretation:
There is a consistent exploration of pluralistic approaches to law, including how diverse legal traditions and perspectives influence interpretations and applications within legal systems. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal incorporates interdisciplinary methodologies, drawing insights from political science, sociology, and ethics to enrich legal discourse and understanding.
Trending and Emerging
- Ethics and Legal Practice:
There is an increasing emphasis on the ethical dimensions of legal practice, particularly how moral considerations influence legal decision-making and the responsibilities of legal professionals. - Transitional Justice and Pluralism:
Recent articles highlight the complexities of transitional justice, especially in pluralistic societies, exploring how diverse legal systems can coexist and address past injustices. - Interdisciplinary Legal Studies:
A growing trend towards interdisciplinary studies is evident, with contributions that integrate insights from sociology, psychology, and political theory to enhance the understanding of legal phenomena. - Artificial Intelligence and Law:
The intersection of technology, particularly artificial intelligence, and its implications for legal processes is emerging as a significant area of inquiry, reflecting contemporary concerns about automation and legal decision-making. - Globalization and Legal Norms:
The impact of globalization on legal norms and practices is increasingly highlighted, with discussions on how international legal frameworks interact with domestic legal systems.
Declining or Waning
- Classical Legal Positivism:
There has been a noticeable decline in discussions centered around classical legal positivism, as newer theoretical frameworks and critiques emerge that challenge its foundational principles. - Traditional Views on Property Law:
Exploration of property law from a traditional standpoint is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards discussing property rights in the context of social justice and equity. - Legal Formalism:
The emphasis on legal formalism is waning, as scholars increasingly critique its limitations and advocate for more flexible, context-sensitive approaches to understanding law. - Historical Legal Analysis:
While historical perspectives on legal theory were once prevalent, there is a declining interest in purely historical analyses without direct relevance to contemporary legal challenges. - Static Conceptions of Rights:
The focus on static and absolute conceptions of rights is diminishing, as there is a growing recognition of the need for dynamic and contextually sensitive interpretations of rights.
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