In which situation is the link between human rights and rule of law most clearly visible?

When officials are also accountable under law

The governing concept is the rule of law: all persons and institutions, including public officials, are subject to known law and cannot exercise arbitrary power. Human rights become meaningful when officials must justify their actions, follow fair procedures and face review or consequences for violations. Option A is correct because accountability under law limits abuse of authority and gives citizens protection against arbitrary decisions. Option B contradicts the rule of law by placing officials above legal control. Option C removes a basic route for seeking remedy, and option D denies access to justice. The important link is therefore not simply the existence of laws, but equal application of law, institutional accountability and an available remedy for rights violations.

This is a Class 9 Civics question. Chapter: Democratic Rights. Topic: Human Rights and their protection.