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Hammurabi's Code
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Hammurabi's Code is one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes, created by the Babylonian king Hammurabi around 1754 BC.
Key Features
- First known written legal code
- Consists of 282 laws inscribed on a stone stele
- Covers a wide range of topics including crime, property, marriage, and commerce
Pros
- Established the principle of 'an eye for an eye' as a basis for justice
- Influenced later legal codes and systems
- Provided a sense of order and justice in ancient Babylon
Cons
- Harsh penalties for minor offenses
- Limited rights for women and slaves
- Lack of uniformity in application across social classes