Why is judicial independence important for the protection of rights?

Correct answer: Because courts can give impartial decisions even against the government

Direct answer: C is correct. Judicial independence means that judges can decide cases without improper pressure from the government, political parties, or powerful individuals. Rights are meaningful only when a person can approach a court and receive a fair remedy after a violation. The court must examine the law, evidence, and Constitution rather than simply obey the government’s wishes. Therefore, an independent judiciary can declare an unlawful action invalid and can protect even a person who is unpopular or weak. A is wrong because conducting election campaigns is not the normal constitutional role of courts. B is wrong because the purpose of courts is to protect lawful rights, not to abolish them. D is wrong because courts are also bound by the Constitution; independence does not mean being above it. Memory cue: independent courts are guardians under the Constitution, not rulers above it.