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Which one of the following writers was the founder of the Historical School of Jurisprudence?
Which one of the following writers was the founder of the Historical School of Jurisprudence?
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Savigny’s Historical School contrasts with Austin’s positivism, focusing on law’s cultural and historical roots.
Updated On: Jun 4, 2025
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- John Austin
- Roscoe Pound
- Savigny
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The Correct Option is D
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Friedrich Carl von Savigny founded the Historical School, emphasizing that law evolves organically from a nation’s culture, customs, and history, as seen in his work *System of Modern Roman Law*. Thus, the correct answer is:
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