Why must a court decision be based on evidence and law?

Correct answer: So that the decision is fair, reasoned and legally valid

Correct answer: A. A court must decide through a fair legal process. It examines the evidence that is properly presented, checks whether the evidence is reliable and relevant, applies the appropriate law, and gives reasons for its conclusion. This method protects both sides from rumours, prejudice, unequal influence, and personal preference. Option A is correct because evidence supports the factual findings, law supplies the governing standard, and reasoned judgment makes the result fair and legally valid. Option B is wrong because rumours and unverified claims cannot provide a dependable basis for justice. Option C is wrong because the rule of law requires equal treatment, not an advantage for the powerful. Option D is wrong because a judge’s personal likes or dislikes are not legal standards. This principle also supports public confidence in courts and allows a decision to be examined through lawful appeal or review. Memory cue: facts come from evidence, standards come from law, and the judgment must give reasons.