UI Post-UTME Government 2023 (Model questions) Question 14

Question 14

Judiciary

The principle of judicial independence means that the judiciary:

  1. A.Is free from executive and legislative control
  2. B.Is subject to control by the legislature
  3. C.Must follow the directives of the executive
  4. D.Is accountable to political parties
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Is free from executive and legislative control)

Explanation

An independent judiciary decides cases by law, free from pressure by the executive or legislature.