Judicial independence are critical components of a democratic society, providing a framework for fair, just, and accountable governance. The rule of law ensures that everyone is subject to the same laws, and those laws are enforced in a fair, imparti...
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Judicial independence is a cornerstone of a fair and impartial legal system, and there are several reasons why it is important. Here are some of the reasons for and advantages of judicial independence:Protecting individual rights: Judicial independen...
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