Public law is that part of the law which governs relationships between individuals and the Government. These relations are of direct concern to the society whereas laws concerning the relationship between individuals is known as private law.
The administrative law, tax law, criminal law etc. are examples of public law whereas laws related to marriage, divorce, succession etc. are known as private laws.
Under the public law the Government can make decisions and can act within the law as this law affects the society at large. Private laws affect individuals, families and small groups.
Private law is generally based on customs, traditions, religious texts, precedents etc. and it aims to protect the interests of individuals so that there is no misuse or abuse of law concerning any individual. Private law as well as public law are aimed towards efficient, organized and well-organized society.
