How does judicial independence help citizens seek justice against the government?

Correct answer: The court can hear the citizen's complaint independently of the government

Correct answer: A. Judicial independence means that courts can decide cases according to the Constitution and law without improper control by the government or another powerful body. The steps are: a citizen alleges that government action harmed a legal or constitutional right; the court hears the parties and examines the facts and law; it then gives a reasoned order and may provide an appropriate legal remedy. A is correct because independence makes a fair challenge to the government possible. B is wrong because courts do not stop citizens from communicating with government as a general rule. C is wrong because fairness requires hearing relevant sides, not only officials. D is wrong because justice is not supposed to wait for an election cycle. Memory cue: an independent court is a check on state power and a protector of rights.