Traditional authority is found in modern societies where respect for the law is manifest.

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Traditional authority, as defined by sociologist Max Weber, is based on established belief in the sanctity of immemorial traditions and the legitimacy of those exercising authority under them, rather than on a legal-rational basis which characterizes modern societies where respect for the law and legal institutions is paramount.

Traditional Authority Is Found in Modern Societies Where Respect for the Law