WAEC Government 2024 Question 21

Question 21

Judiciary

One of the following options does not pass as a means of ensuring the independence of the judiciary which is

  1. A.immunity from prosecution.
  2. B.promotion on merit.
  3. C.security of tenure.
  4. D.salary determined by the executive.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (salary determined by the executive.)

Explanation

If the executive controls judges' pay, it can pressure them, so this does not protect independence.