What problem would arise if the executive could easily remove judges?

Correct answer: Judicial independence and impartiality would weaken

Correct answer: A. Judicial independence means that judges should be able to decide cases according to the Constitution, law, and evidence, without fear of punishment from the government. If the executive could remove judges easily, a judge might worry that an unpopular decision against the government could cost the judge their position. That fear could encourage partial decisions and weaken public confidence in courts. Safeguards against arbitrary removal help judges act impartially; they do not mean judges are above the law or cannot ever be removed through the constitutionally prescribed process. A is correct because easy executive removal creates pressure and weakens independence. B is the opposite. C and D are wrong because neither constitutional strength nor rights protection follows automatically from political control of judges. Memory cue: secure tenure supports fearless judging.