Why are courts important in democracy?

Correct answer: They can protect rights

The direct answer is A, courts can protect rights. Democracy is not only majority rule; it also requires law, rights, and remedies when power is misused. Courts examine disputes, interpret laws, and can order authorities to respect constitutional or legal rights. Step by step: a citizen may suffer an unlawful action; the citizen can approach a court; the court studies the law and facts; it can provide a remedy or stop an unlawful action. Option A is correct because protecting rights and interpreting law are central judicial functions. Option B is wrong because election campaigning is done by candidates, parties, and campaign workers, not by courts. Option C is wrong because voter lists are prepared and managed by election authorities; a court may review a dispute but does not normally remove voter lists as its democratic purpose. Option D is wrong because courts must apply and uphold law, not break it. Memory cue: courts are connected with rights, remedies, and rule of law.