The primary function of the judiciary is to:
A) Make laws
B) Enforce laws
C) Interpret laws
D) Conduct elections
Judicial independence means that:
A) Judges should make laws
B) Judges are free from political influence
C) The judiciary controls the executive
D) Courts are not accountable to anyone
Which of the following ensures judicial independence?
A) Fixed tenure for judges
B) Appointment by politicians
C) Frequent removal of judges
D) Political interference in decisions
The judiciary’s power to declare laws unconstitutional is called:
A) Judicial activism
B) Judicial supremacy
C) Judicial review
D) Judicial legislation
Which branch of government is responsible for resolving legal disputes?
A) Executive
B) Legislature
C) Judiciary
D) Military
The highest court in a country is usually called the:
A) High Court
B) Supreme Court
C) District Court
D) Civil Court
Judicial activism refers to:
A) Courts interpreting the law in new ways
B) Judges supporting political parties
C) The judiciary following executive orders
D) The military controlling the courts
Which of the following best describes the role of the judiciary in a democracy?
A) Supporting the ruling party
B) Suppressing opposition
C) Ensuring justice and constitutional governance
D) Controlling the military
Which of the following is NOT a function of the judiciary?
A) Enforcing laws
B) Interpreting laws
C) Protecting citizens’ rights
D) Settling disputes
Who appoints judges in most democratic systems?
A) The military
B) The executive branch
C) The general public
D) The media
Which of the following is a threat to judicial independence?
A) Lifetime appointments
B) Political pressure on judges
C) Separation of powers
D) Judicial review
A fair and impartial judiciary is essential for:
A) Strengthening dictatorship
B) Strengthening democracy
C) Weakening rule of law
D) Promoting executive dominance
Which system of law is based on judicial precedents?
A) Civil law
B) Common law
C) Religious law
D) Military law
What is the power of the court to interpret the constitution called?
A) Judicial enforcement
B) Judicial review
C) Judicial supremacy
D) Judicial activism
Which court usually hears appeals from lower courts?
A) Family court
B) Supreme Court
C) Civil court
D) Juvenile court
Which principle prevents one branch of government from controlling the judiciary?
A) Rule of law
B) Separation of powers
C) Presidential authority
D) Martial law
Which legal system is based on written codes rather than precedents?
A) Common law
B) Civil law
C) Religious law
D) Military law
What is the term for a judicial ruling that serves as a legal precedent?
A) Legislative order
B) Executive decree
C) Court judgment
D) Stare decisis
Which court handles cases related to constitutional interpretation?
A) Traffic court
B) Civil court
C) Supreme Court
D) Small claims court
The rule of law ensures that:
A) Laws apply equally to all citizens
B) Laws are made by the military
C) The judiciary is controlled by politicians
D) The government is above the law
Judicial accountability means:
A) Judges are above the law
B) Judges must explain their decisions
C) Judges must follow executive orders
D) Judges can never be removed
Which court deals with disputes between individuals and the state?
A) Criminal court
B) Civil court
C) Constitutional court
D) Administrative court
Which of the following is an example of a judicial remedy?
A) Military intervention
B) Court injunction
C) Executive pardon
D) Legislative approval
What is the purpose of a constitutional court?
A) To enforce government policies
B) To interpret constitutional matters
C) To conduct elections
D) To pass new laws
A judiciary that is independent of the executive and legislature is called:
A) Partial judiciary
B) Dependent judiciary
C) Autonomous judiciary
D) Controlled judiciary
Which judicial principle protects individuals from arbitrary detention?
A) Habeas corpus
B) Martial law
C) Judicial restraint
D) Double jeopardy
Which of the following courts typically tries serious criminal cases?
A) Traffic court
B) Small claims court
C) High Court
D) Juvenile court
A government that does not interfere in judicial decisions is upholding:
A) Judicial dependency
B) Judicial independence
C) Executive authority
D) Military law
Which judicial power allows courts to protect individual rights?
A) Executive privilege
B) Judicial review
C) Legislative supremacy
D) Martial law
