Rule of Law: Joseph Raz MCT

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What is one of the essential principles of the rule of law according to Joseph Raz?

Judiciary must be independent and free from bias

Everyone has access to justice

Natural justice demands a fair hearing for the accused

Laws must be clear and easy to comprehend (correct)

What is the principle behind the concept of 'prospectivity of law'?

Laws are forward-looking, designed to guide future behaviour (correct)

Laws are biased towards the accused

Laws are only applicable to a select few

Laws are retroactive, punishing past actions

Which of the following is a key aspect of natural justice?

Innocence until proven guilty

Guilty until proven innocent

Access to justice for all

Right to a fair hearing (correct)

What is the outcome when a new law is enacted, according to the principle of prospectivity of law?

Only future actions are regulated by the new law Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the case 'Philips Eyre v Ought'?

It outlines the principle of clear law-making Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of having clear laws?

To ensure laws are easily understood by citizens Signup and view all the answers

What does the principle of prospectivity of law aim to do?

Influence future behaviour Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental aspect of natural justice?

Innocent until proven guilty Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for maintaining judicial independence?

Judges being free from bias and external influence Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the judiciary in upholding the rule of law?

To interpret laws Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental characteristic of laws in a system that upholds the rule of law?

They are clear and easy to comprehend Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle of natural justice?

Individuals have a fair right to a fair hearing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of having an independent judiciary?

To ensure that the judiciary is free from bias and interference Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of prospectivity of law?

Laws are forward-looking and designed to guide future behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the rule of law, according to Joseph Raz?

Laws are clear and easy to comprehend Signup and view all the answers

Rule of Law: Joseph Raz MCT

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