LOP unit 1

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    Why is the law of persons important?

    It affects every human being as a legal subject.

    What defines legal subjects in the law of persons?

    Includes all human beings and certain associations like companies.

    How does the law of persons relate to private law?

    It lays the foundation for other areas of law.

    What is the Supreme Law of the land?

    The Constitution.

    What is the transformative aim of the Constitution?

    To establish non-racialism and equality.

    What is a key right in the Bill of Rights?

    The right to equality.

    How does section 28(2) of the Constitution protect children?

    It prioritizes a child's best interests in all matters.

    What does section 28(2) imply about overriding other rights?

    It can be limited like all other rights.

    How does the Children's Act enhance child protection?

    Specifies factors for determining a child's best interests.

    What change did the Children's Act make regarding age of majority?

    Changed from 21 to 18 years.

    What is the minimum age of criminal capacity according to the Child Justice Amendment Act?

    Increased from 10 to 12 years.

    What is recognized as a separate legal system in the Constitution?

    Customary law.

    What does the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act pertain to?

    Customs of indigenous African peoples in South Africa.