Chapter 8 Multiple-choice questions

. Adhering to the rule of law: Please select all that apply.

helps to secure legally controlled and accountable government.

maintains good law-making and a fair justice system.

respects and protects the rights and freedoms of citizens.

. 'Government according to law' means that the law acts as a restraint on government and as the source of its authority.

True

False

. Which of the following statements are accurate? Please select all that apply.

Formal theories on the rule of law set out the form and procedures that good law-making and the application of law should follow.

Formal theories prevent objectionable laws being made.

Substantive theories on the rule of law require that the law should bind government and satisfy standards of form and fair procedures.

Substantive theories require that the law should protect fundamental rights.

. Which theorist described the rule of law as 'a political ideal which a legal system may lack or may possess to a greater or lesser degree'?

A.V. Dicey

Joseph Raz

Lon Fuller

Lord Bingham

. Parliament upholds the rule of law when scrutinising draft legislation and through holding the government to account.

True

False

. Select the statement below which does not accurately explain why the judiciary has a vitally important role in upholding the rule of law.

The judiciary has the power to strike down Acts of Parliament.

The judiciary acts as a check on executive power.

An independent judiciary is a cornerstone of the rule of law.

The judiciary ensures access to justice.

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