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What are the characteristics of western legal tradition in private law civilization?

The distinction between "public law" and "private law" is a remarkable feature of western legal tradition.

Contemporary distinguishing standards:

Interest theory (public interest and private interest)

Subordination theory (subordination and equality)

Subject theory (public power subject and private subject)

The value basis of western judicial civilization;

Freedom of will (voluntary):

Self-decision (freedom of decision-making)

Self-responsibility

Freedom of contract, fault liability, etc.

Sacred private right

Ownership (private property)

Personal dignity