JAMB Government 1983 Question 6

Question 6

Judiciary

The main function of the judiciary is to

  1. A.serve as the watch-dog of the executive
  2. B.enact laws
  3. C.execute the laws of the land
  4. D.interpret the laws
  5. E.protect the interest of accused persons
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (interpret the laws)

Explanation

The legislature makes laws, the executive carries them out and the judiciary interprets them and settles disputes.