If the judiciary is not independent, what will be the effect on protection of Fundamental Rights?

Correct answer: Fair protection of rights will weaken

Correct answer: A — fair protection of rights will weaken. Fundamental Rights protect people from unjust treatment and unlawful state action. The judiciary must be independent so that judges can examine complaints according to the Constitution and law, even when the complaint is against the government or a powerful person. If judges depend on the government or fear pressure, they may not give an impartial decision. Thus, an independent judiciary acts as a safeguard for citizens' rights. Option A is correct because loss of independence can make rights protection biased or ineffective. Option B is wrong because rights do not automatically increase when courts lose independence. Option C is wrong because Parliament can still make laws, subject to constitutional limits. Option D is wrong because conducting elections is not the ordinary role of courts. Memory cue: independent judges can protect rights independently.