JAMB Government 2003 Question 20

Question 20

Rule of Law

The operation of the rule of law is undermined by the

  1. A.unfriendly attitude of pressure groups
  2. B.existence of administrative tribunals and special immunities
  3. C.conspiracy by the two houses of the legislature to impeach the president
  4. D.inability of the press to discharge its responsibilities.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (existence of administrative tribunals and special immunities)

Explanation

The rule of law requires equality before the law and trial by ordinary courts. Immunity for some officials and special administrative tribunals break both rules.