Program: MBA III Semester First Year
MBA 302: ESM
Topic:- Legal Environment Business
Pragya Sikarwar
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Management
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Legal Environment of Business
The legal environment of business refers to the framework of
laws, regulations, and legal practices that govern how businesses
operate. It encompasses a wide range of legal issues that affect
businesses in their day-to-day operations, and understanding this
environment is crucial for businesses to ensure they comply
with relevant laws and mitigate risks. Here are the key
components of the legal environment of business:
Domestic Legal Environment
The domestic legal environment encompasses the laws and regulations
governing business activities within a specific country.
It comprises legislation passed by the government, court decisions,
administrative orders, and policies issued by government authorities.
This legal system significantly influences businesses, shaping aspects
ranging from company formation to the sale of goods and services.
Examples of laws and regulations in the domestic legal environment
include labour laws, environmental regulations, tax codes, intellectual
property laws, antitrust regulations, and consumer protection laws.
Social Legal Environment
The social legal environment involves the regulatory framework and legal
structures governing societal interactions and behavior.
It comprises a diverse set of laws grounded in cultural, ethical, and social
values, reflecting the prevailing norms of a given community or nation.
This legal environment extends to personal rights, civil liberties,
discrimination, family matters, and various other social issues.
Its role is crucial in maintaining order, justice, and fairness within society,
influencing individual behavior, and shaping institutional practices.
Economic Legal Environment
• The economic legal environment constitutes the system of laws and
regulations governing economic activities.
• It includes laws related to business formation, operation, contract,
property, and employment.
• Sector-specific regulations within industries such as finance, energy, and
healthcare are incorporated into the regulatory structure.
• This legal environment plays a vital role in shaping the economy and
promoting economic growth.
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