órökrétt

The term órökrétt, meaning "eternal right" or "perpetual right" in Hungarian, refers to a legal concept that is not widely recognized in most modern legal systems. Historically, it has been associated with certain inherited or customary rights that were considered immutable and passed down through generations without question. This could encompass land ownership, specific privileges, or even social status within a feudal context. The notion implies a right that cannot be extinguished by the passage of time or by the actions of subsequent generations.

In practice, the concept of órökrétt is largely superseded by contemporary legal frameworks that emphasize registration, prescription, and the ability of laws to change over time. While historical instances of such rights might exist in specific cultural or legal traditions, their enforcement in a modern, codified legal system would be highly improbable. The idea of an "eternal right" often clashes with principles of legal reform, public interest, and the evolution of property and social structures. Therefore, órökrétt is primarily of historical and theoretical interest, rather than a practical legal doctrine in contemporary jurisprudence. Its significance lies in understanding past social and legal orders where such concepts might have held sway.