Volume – 03, Issue – 01, Page : 01-
Enduring Importance of ‘Rule of Law’: Philosophical Roots, Modern Realities, and Global Impact

Author/s
Hernandez Juan
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Date of Publication
30 June 2023
Abstract :
The rule of law stands as a foundational principle of governance, ensuring justice, accountability, and the protection of fundamental rights. With origins in ancient Greek philosophy, it has evolved over centuries into a universal ideal that transcends national and cultural boundaries. Historical mile-stones, such as Alfred the Great grounding his legal codes in biblical commandments and Archbishop Stephen Langton compelling King John to sign the Magna Carta, highlight its enduring influence. Thinkers like Samuel Rutherford, James Harrington, and John Locke further refined its intellectual framework, embedding it in the foundations of constitutionalism and governance. Internationally, the rule of law is enshrined in agreements like the European Convention on Human Rights and championed by organizations such as the United Nations, which recognizes it as essential to sustainable gov-ernance. Instruments like the World Justice Project’s Rule of Law Index offer tools to measure adherence globally, while organizations such as the International Development Law Organization (IDLO) and networks like the International Network to Promote the Rule of Law (INPROL) advance discussions and strategies for its implementation. The rule of law extends beyond legal systems into realms like economic development, cultural preservation, and education. Constitutional economics incorporates legal principles into economic policy-making, demonstrating the synergy between governance and prosperity. International treaties like the Roerich Pact and the Hague Convention emphasize the importance of protecting cultural heritage as part of the broader legal framework. Education, meanwhile, plays a vital role in embedding the rule of law within societal values, fostering a culture of lawfulness and respect for justice. The paper summarizes to conclude that – rule of law as a living, dynamic force, is not confined to history or borders, but integral to aspirations and development of societies and individuals across the globe.
Keywords :
Comparative Law, Constitutionalism, Governance, Human Rights, International Law, Judicial Independence, Legal Philosophy, Legal Systems, Rule of Law, World Justice Project.
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