undang-undang
English meaning: Law
Malay Definition
(Bahasa Melayu)Sistem peraturan yang digubal dan dikuatkuasakan oleh pihak berkuasa. Malaysia menjalankan sistem undang-undang dwi — sivil dan Syariah.
English Definition
A system of rules enacted and enforced by authority. Malaysia operates a dual legal system — civil law (based on English common law) and Syariah law for Muslims in personal and family matters. Islamic courts operate parallel to civil courts. The Federal Court is the apex court of civil jurisdiction in Malaysia.
Example
“Malaysia mempunyai sistem undang-undang dwi yang menggabungkan undang-undang sivil dan Syariah.”
In English: “Malaysia has a dual legal system combining civil law and Syariah law.”
Synonyms
- hukum
- perundangan
Literary Heritage
“Undang-undang yang tidak adil adalah pengkhianatan kepada rakyat.”
“A law that is unjust is a betrayal of the people.”
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