Meaning And Importance Of Jurisprudence

The secondary method of research has been used by me in this project. Along with the internet, I have gathered the relevant data by referring to various books and articles.

OBJECTIVE OF STUDY

The following are the main objectives of this project:

• To get a clear understanding of the term jurisprudence

• To understand the meaning and importance of social sciences

• To study the inter relation of jurisprudence and social sciences in the legal sense

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE TOPIC

• To develop a clear understanding of jurisprudence and social sciences

• To study the inter relationship and importance of jurisprudence and the various social sciences.

• To understand the impact of jurisprudence and social sciences in the evolution of the society.

The term “Jurisprudence” has been derived from the Latin word “Jurisprudentia” which means “knowledge of law”. Therefore it can be said that jurisprudence means knowledge and application of the law. However, jurisprudence is a wide concept and it is difficult to come up with one single definition that describes the term perfectly. The term has assumed different meaning during the course of History.

Jurisprudence is commonly called the science of law. This is because law is a dynamic concept and changes with changing times. During this period, modern jurisprudence has to take into consideration the social ethos and changing patterns of the society which immensely widens its scope. Jurisprudence is that science which gives us the knowledge of law.

Others regard jurisprudence to be the “philosophy of law”. Rapid social changes taking place all over the world have led to this approach receiving primacy in modern times. This has given rise to the term “functional jurisprudence”

Jurisprudence originated from the romans. It is basically a theoretical study of the society. It can be said that the history of jurisprudence is as old as the history of human culture. Jurisprudence of incient india evolved by its law givers such as rishis like ved vyas, parasar, etc. the importance of justice and righteousness was highlighted by ancient indian

The pros and cons of codification of law, methods of judicial interpretations and enquiry into administration of justice are also considered.

Following are some of the salient points under significance of jurisprudence:

• The complexities of law can be removed with the help of jurisprudence. It makes law more manageable and rational by constructing various concepts.

• Jurisprudence teaches an individual to come to a reasonable solution to a legal problem. The solution must be found keeping in mind the present social needs as well as the wisdom of the past.

• Jurisprudence is often said to be “the grammar of law”. It throws light on the basic principles of law.

• It helps in the accurate interpretation of law by ascertaining the accurate meanings of laws passed by legislators. This is of great help to lawyers and judges.

Dr M J Sethna states that “The value of jurisprudence lies in examining the consequences of law and its administration on social welfare and suggesting changes for the betterment of the superstructure of