Multiple choice

Law is a means of

  1. social theory

  2. individual development in society

  3. state action

  4. social control
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Law is the most important formal means of social control. Early societies depended upon informal means of social control, but when societies grew in size and complexity, they were compelled to formulate rules and regulations which define the required types of behaviour and specify the penalties to be imposed upon those who violate them. Law is a body of rules enacted by legally authorised bodies and enforced by authorised agencies.

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