Question 36
Rule of Law and Constituted AuthorityWASSCE 2014: The case of Mr. Zeb
The Bawali High Court has ordered the police in Area Z Command to produce Mr. Zeb, who is in police custody for an alleged offence. The court insists that Mr. Zeb cannot be punished until he is found guilty of breach of any law of the land by a court of competent jurisdiction.
The position of the court on this matter justifies the essence of the
- A.rule of law.
- B.legislature.
- C.police command.
- D.separation of powers.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (rule of law.)
Explanation
Saying no one can be punished until a competent court finds him guilty is a key principle of the rule of law (presumption of innocence and fair hearing).