What can be the relation between judiciary and social justice?

Correct answer: It can help protect rights of weaker sections

An independent judiciary applies the Constitution and laws while protecting people’s rights. It can examine whether government actions violate equality, liberty or other legal protections. Courts may provide remedies when individuals or groups face discrimination, exploitation or denial of basic rights. Public Interest Litigation can sometimes allow a court to consider matters affecting people who cannot easily approach it themselves, although courts must act within their constitutional powers.

Option A is correct because the judiciary can help protect the rights and dignity of weaker sections and promote social justice. This does not mean that courts work only for one group or replace elected governments. They decide cases according to law and constitutional principles. Options B, C and D contradict the purpose of judicial protection: courts do not serve only the rich, abolish rights or contest elections as candidates.