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The Dynamic Relationship Between Law, Politics, And Society: A Doctrinal Analysis

Dr. Priyanka E. Dr. Srinivasan M. P.

Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities  ·  Area of research: Law

Abstract

This paper examines the dynamic relationship between law, politics, and society through a doctrinal lens, emphasising their interdependent and evolving nature. The analysis situates law not as an isolated body of rules, but as a normative framework that both shapes and is shaped by political authority and social structures. Political processes influence the creation, interpretation, and application of law, while societal values and movements determine its legitimacy and acceptance. Conversely, law provides the institutional mechanisms through which political power is exercised and social order is maintained. By exploring this triadic nexus, the study highlights how doctrinal research enables a systematic understanding of legal principles within broader socio-political contexts. The findings underscore the necessity of viewing law as a living institution, responsive to political realities and social transformations, rather than as a static codification.

Keywords

Doctrinal Research, Law, Politics, Society, Interdependence

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How to cite this paper

Dr. Priyanka E., Dr. Srinivasan M. P. "The Dynamic Relationship Between Law, Politics, And Society: A Doctrinal Analysis" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 3 2025 Page 1630-1635
Dr. Priyanka E., Dr. Srinivasan M. P. "The Dynamic Relationship Between Law, Politics, And Society: A Doctrinal Analysis" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 9, no. 3, Sep. 2025
Dr. Priyanka E., Dr. Srinivasan M. P. (2025). The Dynamic Relationship Between Law, Politics, And Society: A Doctrinal Analysis. Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(3).
Dr. Priyanka E., Dr. Srinivasan M. P. "The Dynamic Relationship Between Law, Politics, And Society: A Doctrinal Analysis" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 9, no. 3, Sep. 2025.
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