Overlap: Many laws are based on moral principles. For example, laws against murder or theft reflect moral prohibitions against harming others or taking their property. In this sense, law can codify certain moral values.

Distinction: Not all moral principles are enforced by law. For instance, while lying is often considered immoral, not all lies are illegal. Similarly, some laws may not necessarily align with all moral viewpoints (e.g., tax laws, traffic rules).

Influence: Morals can influence the development of laws. Social movements often arise from moral concerns (like the civil rights movement), which then push for legal reform. Conversely, laws can also influence morality, as changes in legal standards can lead to shifts in social attitudes (e.g., laws related to same-sex marriage).

Conflicts: There are instances where law and morality may conflict. For example, civil disobedience involves breaking the law based on moral objections (e.g., Mahatma Gandhi’s nonviolent resistance against colonial laws in India). In such cases, individuals may face legal consequences for actions they believe to be morally justified.