How does independent judiciary strengthen separation of powers?

Correct answer: It decides on the basis of Constitution while remaining separate from executive and legislature

The correct answer is A. Separation of powers means that the main organs of government—legislature, executive, and judiciary—have distinct functions and should not allow all power to collect in one place. An independent judiciary can decide disputes and review government action according to the Constitution without receiving improper instructions from the executive or legislature. This creates institutional accountability and protects rights. Follow the chain: the legislature makes laws; the executive implements them; the judiciary interprets law and checks legality; independence allows the judiciary to perform its checking role fairly. Option A is correct because it describes constitutional decision-making while remaining institutionally separate. Option B is wrong because judges do not become executive ministers as part of judicial independence. Option C is wrong because the judiciary is not a political party and does not seek a legislative majority. Option D is wrong because the Election Commission is a separate constitutional institution with electoral responsibilities. Independence does not mean complete absence of accountability; courts remain bound by the Constitution and law. Memory cue: separate institutions, shared constitutional limits.