Multiple choice

The interest theory of legal rights is propounded by

  1. Durkeim

  2. Dicey

  3. Paton

  4. Ihering

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rudolf von Ihering, the German jurist, propounded the interest theory of legal rights, which views rights as legally protected interests. This contrasts with the will theory (rights as protected wills).