How does an independent and fair judiciary protect democracy?

Correct answer: It protects rights, the Constitution and the rule of law

Direct answer: A is correct. Democracy is not only majority rule; it also requires constitutional limits, protection of rights and the rule of law. An independent and fair judiciary can hear complaints, protect citizens from unlawful actions and examine whether public authorities follow the Constitution and law. This helps prevent the temporary majority or powerful officials from using power arbitrarily. B is wrong because election campaigning is done by candidates and political parties, not courts. C is wrong because governments are formed through the constitutional electoral and political process. D is wrong because spending the budget is an executive and administrative function. Memory cue: the judiciary protects the democratic rules and rights; it does not campaign, form governments by itself, or manage public spending.