If courts do not give clear reasons in their judgments, what effect will it have on judicial legitimacy?

Correct answer: Transparency and public trust will weaken

Correct answer: A. A reasoned judgment explains the facts considered, the legal rules applied and the steps that led to the conclusion. This allows the parties and the public to understand, assess and, where permitted, challenge the decision. Without clear reasons, a judgment may appear arbitrary or influenced by hidden considerations, so transparency and public confidence decline. Option A is correct. Option B is wrong because unexplained decisions do not make justice appear more impartial. Option C is wrong because the absence of reasons does not remove the possibility or need for appeal; it may make review more difficult. Option D is wrong because unclear reasoning can make the meaning and application of law less clear. Memory cue: reasons make decisions visible, understandable and accountable.