QUESTION
Define each of the following terms:
1.1 Administrative law relationship
1.2 Multilateral Administrative Proceedings
1.3 Indigenous law
1.4 Law of Personality
1.5 Administrative law
1.6 Procedural law
1.1 Administrative law relationship:
This refers to the legal framework governing interactions between government bodies and individuals/companies, or between different government entities. It sets out the rules and procedures that regulate how government agencies carry out their duties, make decisions, and interact with citizens and businesses.
1.2 Multilateral administrative proceedings:
These are legal processes involving multiple parties, where at least one of the parties is a government entity. These proceedings can include hearings, negotiations, or other forms of dispute resolution where more than one party, typically including government representatives, is involved.
1.3 Indigenous law:
Indigenous law relates to the legal systems and customs of indigenous or native peoples. In the context of South Africa, it specifically refers to the customary laws and traditions of the black population. This body of law often governs matters such as land rights, family relations, and dispute resolution within indigenous communities.
1.4 Law of personality:
The law of personality concerns legal protections and rights related to individual attributes and characteristics, such as reputation, honour, and privacy. It encompasses laws governing defamation, privacy rights, and the protection of personal information.
1.5 Administrative law:
Administrative law is the branch of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government. It regulates the decision-making processes, procedures, and actions of governmental bodies, ensuring they operate within the law and adhere to principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability.
1.6 Procedural law:
Procedural law establishes the rules and processes that govern legal proceedings in courts and other tribunals. It outlines the steps parties must follow during litigation, including how cases are initiated, evidence is presented, arguments are made, and judgments are rendered. Procedural law ensures that legal proceedings are conducted fairly and efficiently.