Practice Features Ensuring Judicial Independence (3.1)

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Question 1.
What does the term 'Judicial Independence' mean?
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Think about the relationship between the branches of government.
Question 2.
What is Security of Tenure?
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Consider how this might impact a judge's decision-making.
3Question 3.
What is the purpose of security of tenure for judges?
- To make them unaccountable
- To ensure unbiased decisions
- Both A and B
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Think about the effects of job security on decision-making.
4Question 4.
True or False: Legislative bodies can influence judicial decisions.
- True
- False
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Consider the division of powers between branches.
Question 5.
Evaluate the impact of removing judicial independence on a democracy. What consequences could arise?
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Consider historical examples where judiciary independence was compromised.
Question 6.
Consider a scenario where judges are frequently influenced by political elites. Discuss how this could challenge the rule of law.
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Reflect on the importance of impartiality for upholding democracy.

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