Explanation:

- Option 1: Durkheim

- Emile Durkheim was a sociologist known for his work on social facts and social cohesion.

- He did not develop theories focused specifically on legal rights.

- Option 2: Dicey

- A. V. Dicey was a jurist best known for his work on the rule of law.

- He did not propound the interest theory of legal rights.

- Option 3: Paton

- George Paton was a legal scholar who wrote extensively on jurisprudence.

- He did not propose the interest theory but discussed various legal theories.

- Option 4: Ihering

- Rudolf von Ihering is credited with the interest theory of legal rights.

- He emphasized that rights serve the individual's interests and societal functions.

- Correct Answer: Option 4 - Ihering

- He correctly propounded the interest theory of legal rights.

“”