Which statement best clarifies the constitutional role of the judiciary?

Correct answer: The judiciary resolves disputes, protects rights and interprets the Constitution

Correct answer: B. The judiciary has a broad constitutional role. It resolves disputes between individuals, institutions and levels of government; protects Fundamental Rights; interprets constitutional provisions; and checks whether laws or executive actions are consistent with the Constitution. This does not make judges a substitute for the legislature or executive. It means that each institution must work within constitutional limits. B is correct because it brings together the main judicial functions in one accurate statement. A is wrong because courts hear civil, criminal, constitutional and other legally recognised matters, not only crimes. C is wrong because judges do not participate as voting members in parliamentary proceedings. D is a political-party and electoral activity, not a judicial function. The judiciary may examine an election dispute under law, but it does not prepare party manifestos. A useful distinction is: Parliament makes laws, the executive implements them, and the judiciary interprets and applies law while protecting constitutional limits. Memory cue: courts settle disputes, protect rights and guard the Constitution.