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Consider the following statements: Pure theory of law' propounds that: 1. State and law are…

Kelsen's Pure Theory identifies the State with law (1), rejects the distinction between public and private law (2) and treats law as a primary norm that stipulates a…

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Consider the following statements: Pure theory of law' propounds that:
1. State and law are inseparable.
2. there is no difference between public law and private law.
3. law is a primary norm which stipulates sanction.
4. legal duties are the essence of law.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

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Kelsen's Pure Theory identifies the State with law (1), rejects the distinction between public and private law (2) and treats law as a primary norm that stipulates a sanction (3), so the answer is "1, 2 and 3".

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