p. 1158. Governing and Obedience
- J. E. PennerJ. E. PennerProfessor of Law, University College London
- , and E. MelissarisE. MelissarisSenior Lecturer in Law, London School of Economics
Abstract
This chapter explores how the philosophy of law meshes with political philosophy more generally, and considers three questions. First, is there a duty on those who have the power to govern, to do so, and if so, what sort of duty is it? Second, for those who take up the position of governors, what gives them the right to rule over others? Finally, the chapter asks whether the subjects of the law have a general moral obligation to obey the law.
