WAEC Government 2022 Theory — Question 3

Model answer

Five negative impacts on a state should the judiciary fail to live up to its constitutional mandate: i. State of lawlessness and recklessness ii. Abuse of right and liberties of citizens iii. Loss of confidence in the judiciary/justice delivery system iv. Upsurge in corrupt practices v. Increase in crime rate vi. Erodes investor confidence in the state vii. The life and security of personnel of the judiciary is put at risk viii. Credibility of the judiciary suffers/it creates credibility crises for the judiciary