Vocabulary Builder — Essay & Answer Writing
Jurisprudence
noun
/ joor-is-PROO-dens /
Hard
Meaning
The theory or philosophy of law; the body of legal doctrine that emerges from judicial decisions over time
Origin / Etymology
Latin jurisprudentia, from juris (of law) + prudentia (knowledge)
Synonyms
Legal-theory
Case-law
Doctrine
Antonyms
Lawlessness
Anarchy
Example Sentence
"Bail jurisprudence in India remains anchored to the principle that bail is the rule and jail the exception."
🎯 UPSC Usage
GS2 Polity and Constitution: constitutional jurisprudence, basic structure doctrine, evolving Article 21 protections; cite in essays on judicial activism vs restraint.
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