law ch3

What are sources of law in the Malaysian context?

• Only ancient customs

• Legal rules that shape the legal system

• International court rulings

• Local newspapers

Which of the following is NOT a type of source of law in Malaysia?

• Written law

• Unwritten law

• Foreign law

• Shariah law

What is the supreme law of Malaysia?

• Federal Constitution

• Parliament Acts

• State Constitutions

• Shariah Enactments

Who enacted the original Federal Constitution of Malaysia?

• Parliament of Malaysia

• Reid Commission

• British Crown

• United Nations

How many parts does the Federal Constitution contain?

• 10

• 20

• 15

• 5

What does Article 4(1) of the Federal Constitution state?

• Islam is the official religion

• Any law inconsistent with the Constitution is void

• Elections are every 10 years

• Federal Parliament is supreme

What is required to amend the Federal Constitution?

• Simple majority vote

• Two-thirds majority in Parliament

• Royal decision only

• State-level approval

Which of the following best describes Malaysia’s political system?

• Absolute monarchy

• Constitutional monarchy with parliamentary democracy

• Military rule

• Presidential system

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong is elected every:

• 10 years

• 5 years

• 3 years

• 2 years

What must state constitutions follow according to Article 71?

• Federal finance rules

• Essential provisions of the Federal Constitution

• International agreements

• Local customs