WAEC Government 2024 Objective — Question 21
Question 21 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Government 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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One of the following options does not pass as a means of ensuring the independence of the judiciary which is
- A. immunity from prosecution
- B. promotion on merit
- C. security of tenure
- D. salary determined by the executiveCorrect
Explanation
Judicial independence is safeguarded by security of tenure, promotion on merit and protection from undue influence; having judges' salaries determined by the executive (rather than fixed/insulated) can compromise that independence.
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