The Rule of Law and Political Ideals
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What is the rule of law?

The rule of law is a political ideal that all citizens and institutions within a country, state, or community are accountable to the same laws, including lawmakers and leaders. It is sometimes stated simply as 'no one is above the law'.

What does the rule of law refer to?

The rule of law refers to a political situation, not to any specific legal rule. It is defined as the mechanism, process, institution, practice, or norm that supports the equality of all citizens before the law, secures a nonarbitrary form of government, and prevents the arbitrary use of power.

Who employed the phrase 'the rule of law' in arguing against the divine right of kings?

Scottish theologian Samuel Rutherford employed the phrase in arguing against the divine right of kings.

According to John Locke, what does freedom in society mean?

<p>John Locke wrote that freedom in society means being subject only to laws written by a legislature that apply to everyone, with a person being otherwise free from both governmental and private restrictions on his liberty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who further popularized the phrase 'the rule of law' in the 19th century?

<p>British jurist A. V. Dicey further popularized the phrase 'the rule of law' in the 19th century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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