GOVERNMENT

JAMB 2008 - Question 12

Government 2008 JAMB Past Questions - Question 12: Equality before the taw is a component of A

Choose the correct answers from the options given.
Equality before the taw is a component of A
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B:
C:
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Correct Answer

C

Explanation

Equalitybefore the law is a component of the Rule of Law. The Rule of Law means supremacy and predominance of law. Itembodies the following principles:1. The Law is Supreme: This means that everycitizen of a country shall not be exposed to the arbitrary will of the ruler.2. Equality Before The Law: This maintains thatevery citizen is subject to the same law. There should be no laws for therulers and anotherforthe ruied. Every citizen is equal before the lawirrespective of status, position, etc.3. Fundamental Human Rights: The inalienablerights of the citizens as stipulated by the constitution must be protected andrespected.