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The Evolution Of Name Law In Norway From 1923 To 2017




Abhinav Singh, M.A., LL.B., Panjab University, Chandigarh


ABSTRACT


This study examines the evolution of Norwegian name law from the 1923 Law on Personal Names (Lov om personalnavn) to the 2017 reforms. It investigates the law’s reflection of and response to socio-cultural transformations, including advancements in gender equality, expressions of cultural identity, and the emphasis on individual autonomy. The initial legislative framework of 1923 established a hereditary naming system that perpetuated patriarchal and nationalistic values. Subsequent legislative reforms have progressively dismantled these constraints, culminating in the contemporary, inclusive legal structure. Through analysis of legislative documents and socio-legal discourse, this paper elucidates the transition of Norwegian name law from a mechanism of enforced conformity to a vehicle for individual self-expression.


Keywords: Name Law, Norwegian Legal History, Personal Naming Rights, Name and Identity, Cultural Pluralism.



Indian Journal of Law and Legal Research

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Abbreviation: IJLLR

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ISSN: 2582-8878

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Accessibility: Open Access

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License: Creative Commons 4.0

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