Practice Ensuring Rule Of Law (4.2) - The Judiciary

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Question 1.
What is the rule of law?
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Think about who is responsible for following laws.
Question 2.
Explain what Judicial Review means.
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Consider how judges can reject laws.
3Question 3.
What does the rule of law imply?
- All are subject to the law
- Only government officials are subject
- No legal actions can be taken
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Remember, it's a foundational principle of democracy.
4Question 4.
Judicial Review is only applicable to executive actions.
- True
- False
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Think about its broader implications.
Question 5.
Analyze a hypothetical situation where a governmental decision infringes on citizens' rights. Discuss how the judiciary might intervene and what methods of judicial review would apply.
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Consider the steps the judiciary might take when rights are violated.
Question 6.
Consider the impact of excessive backlog in the judiciary on the rule of law. Suggest potential reforms to alleviate this issue.
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Think about how resources affect judicial efficiency.

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