Practice Independence Of Judiciary (4.4) - Branches of Government - IB MYP Grade 10 Individuals & Societies

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Question 1.
What is judicial independence?
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Think about why judges need to be fair.
Question 2.
Why are judges appointed based on merit?
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Consider what would happen if judges were not qualified.
3Question 3.
What does judicial independence ensure?
- Fair trials
- Corruption
- Political favoritism
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Think about the outcomes of fair trials.
4Question 4.
True or False: Fixed tenure helps in maintaining judicial independence.
- True
- False
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Consider how job security affects decision-making.
Question 5.
Consider a hypothetical country where the executive can remove judges at will. Analyze how this system would affect the judiciary's role in protecting democracy.
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Think about historical instances where judges faced political pressure.
Question 6.
Discuss the potential consequences for citizens' rights in a society where the judiciary lacks independence.
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Reflect on how the judiciary acts as a safeguard for personal freedoms.

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