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–  🔹 1. Introduction The Sociology of Law is a branch of sociology that studies the relationship between law and society. It examines how law influences social behavior and how society shapes the law in return. In simple words: “Law is not made in a vacuum — it grows and changes with society.” This field helps us understand why laws exist, how people obey or disobey them , and how social institutions (like family, religion, economy) affect the legal system. 🔹 2. Meaning and Definition Sociology of Law means the scientific study of law as a social institution , and its role in maintaining social order, justice, and change. 🔸 Definitions by Scholars: Max Weber: “Law is a system of norms enforced by the state through legitimate means of coercion.” Emile Durkheim: “Law is a visible symbol of social solidarity — it reflects the moral order of society.” Roscoe Pound: “Law is a tool of social engineering — it tries to balance individual interests with soci...