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Customary Law in Papua New Guinea by gavmanblee is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The Constitution of Papua New Guinea emphasizes the significance of custom in its legal system, mandating that custom be applied as part of the underlying law unless it conflicts with constitutional law or general principles of humanity. The judiciary is tasked with developing the underlying law, ensuring that custom is recognized and enforced appropriately, while also requiring evidence to substantiate claims of custom in legal proceedings. The courts have established that while custom can influence legal
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