Author: Bruce L. Ottley
Publisher: Carolina Academic Press LLC
ISBN: 9781531005504
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
"In the waning days of colonialism in Papua New Guinea, much of the rhetoric from local leaders pushing for self-determination focused on replacing the imposed colonial legal system with one that reflected local customs, understandings, relationships, and dispute settlement techniques-in other words, a "uniquely Melanesian jurisprudence." After independence in 1975, however, that aim faded or began to be seen as an impossible objective, and PNG is left with a largely Western legal system. In this book, the authors-who were all directly involved in law teaching, law reform, and judging during that period-explore the potent and enduring grip of colonialism on law and politics long after the colonial regime has been formally disbanded. Combining original historical and legal research, engagement with the scholarly literature of dependency theory and postcolonial studies, and personal observation, interviews, and experience, Making Law in Papua New Guinea offers compelling insights into the many reasons why postcolonial nations remain imprisoned in colonial laws, institutions, and attitudes"--
Making Law in Papua New Guinea
Author: Bruce L. Ottley
Publisher: Carolina Academic Press LLC
ISBN: 9781531005504
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
"In the waning days of colonialism in Papua New Guinea, much of the rhetoric from local leaders pushing for self-determination focused on replacing the imposed colonial legal system with one that reflected local customs, understandings, relationships, and dispute settlement techniques-in other words, a "uniquely Melanesian jurisprudence." After independence in 1975, however, that aim faded or began to be seen as an impossible objective, and PNG is left with a largely Western legal system. In this book, the authors-who were all directly involved in law teaching, law reform, and judging during that period-explore the potent and enduring grip of colonialism on law and politics long after the colonial regime has been formally disbanded. Combining original historical and legal research, engagement with the scholarly literature of dependency theory and postcolonial studies, and personal observation, interviews, and experience, Making Law in Papua New Guinea offers compelling insights into the many reasons why postcolonial nations remain imprisoned in colonial laws, institutions, and attitudes"--
Publisher: Carolina Academic Press LLC
ISBN: 9781531005504
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
"In the waning days of colonialism in Papua New Guinea, much of the rhetoric from local leaders pushing for self-determination focused on replacing the imposed colonial legal system with one that reflected local customs, understandings, relationships, and dispute settlement techniques-in other words, a "uniquely Melanesian jurisprudence." After independence in 1975, however, that aim faded or began to be seen as an impossible objective, and PNG is left with a largely Western legal system. In this book, the authors-who were all directly involved in law teaching, law reform, and judging during that period-explore the potent and enduring grip of colonialism on law and politics long after the colonial regime has been formally disbanded. Combining original historical and legal research, engagement with the scholarly literature of dependency theory and postcolonial studies, and personal observation, interviews, and experience, Making Law in Papua New Guinea offers compelling insights into the many reasons why postcolonial nations remain imprisoned in colonial laws, institutions, and attitudes"--
Traditional Law in Papua New Guinea
Author: Michelle Potter
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
Tradition and Law in Papua New Guinea
Author: Catherine O'Sullivan
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
The Constitution of Papua New Guinea
Author: John L. Goldring
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Constitutional law
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Constitutional law
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Introduction to the Legal System of Papua New Guinea
Author: Rudolph William James
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789980993748
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789980993748
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Customary Law in Papua New Guinea
Author: Richard Scaglion
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Essays on the Constitution of Papua New Guinea
Author: Ross DeVere
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
On the 16th of September 1985 the nation of Papua New Guinea celebrated its 10th anniversary of independence. This occasion prompted the publication of this collection of essays which focused on the operation of the Constitution of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea. A wide range of viewpoints are reflected in the essays. They will be essential reading for anyone interested in either the relationship between law and development or in the legal and political history of Papua New Guinea. Table of Contents: The status of the common law under the Constitution by John K. Gawi Popular participation and the Constitution by Peter Fitzpatrick The role of customs in law reform by Richard Scaglion Customary family law, the courts and the Constitution by Owen Jessup Women and the Constitution of Papua New Guinea by Dianne Johnson The executive government: power, politics and responsibility by John Goldring The Constitution and provincial governments by Angoea Tadabe Reversing the burden of proof in Papua New Guinea: Constitutional prescription and judicial exposition by John Kaburise Sources of political legitimacy in conflict and naturalized foreigners: Some comments on the general Constitutional Commission's Final Report, 1983 by Duncan Colquhoun-Kerr Custom, common law and constructive judicial lawmaking by Derek Roebuck
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
On the 16th of September 1985 the nation of Papua New Guinea celebrated its 10th anniversary of independence. This occasion prompted the publication of this collection of essays which focused on the operation of the Constitution of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea. A wide range of viewpoints are reflected in the essays. They will be essential reading for anyone interested in either the relationship between law and development or in the legal and political history of Papua New Guinea. Table of Contents: The status of the common law under the Constitution by John K. Gawi Popular participation and the Constitution by Peter Fitzpatrick The role of customs in law reform by Richard Scaglion Customary family law, the courts and the Constitution by Owen Jessup Women and the Constitution of Papua New Guinea by Dianne Johnson The executive government: power, politics and responsibility by John Goldring The Constitution and provincial governments by Angoea Tadabe Reversing the burden of proof in Papua New Guinea: Constitutional prescription and judicial exposition by John Kaburise Sources of political legitimacy in conflict and naturalized foreigners: Some comments on the general Constitutional Commission's Final Report, 1983 by Duncan Colquhoun-Kerr Custom, common law and constructive judicial lawmaking by Derek Roebuck
Law and Social Change in Papua New Guinea
Author: David Weisbrot
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
To Hear is to Obey : Oral Traditions & Changing Notions of Laws Among the Maisin of Papua New Guinea
Author: John Barker
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Customary law
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
An Introduction to the Law in Papua New Guinea
Author: Donald R. C. Chalmers
Publisher: Lawbook Company
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Publisher: Lawbook Company
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description