The independence of the Supreme Court and High Courts is necessary for what?

Correct answer: Protection of the Constitution and rights

Answer: A, protection of the Constitution and rights. The Supreme Court and High Courts must be able to examine disputes and government actions without improper pressure. Their independence helps them interpret the Constitution, enforce legal limits, and protect citizens when rights are threatened. The process is important: a person or group raises a legal issue, the court hears the matter, examines law and evidence, and gives a decision. If a public authority has acted unlawfully, the court can provide a remedy within its powers. A is correct because independent constitutional courts act as safeguards for the Constitution and rights. B is wrong because sports awards are unrelated to courts. C is wrong because shop licences are administrative matters, not the main purpose of higher-court independence. D is wrong because weather reports are produced by a specialised scientific department. Memory cue: higher courts independently guard the constitutional rulebook and rights.