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THE RULE OF LAW AND MAXIMUM LIBERTY FOR CITIZENS.
The Rule of Law is a principle that states that the law is supreme and that all citizens, including the government are subjected to it and entitled to its protection. The rule of law is a principle that attempts to protect the rights of citizens from arbitrary and abusive use of government power. Therefore, the rule of law is supposed to promote equality under the law.
Characteristics of the rule of law
- The law is supreme to both individuals and government.
- The principle of rule of law is based on justice and equity.
- There are restrictions on the exercise of arbitrary power
- There is an independent judiciary.
- It safe guards the rights of the individuals.
- There are checks and balances among the three arms of government.
- Elections would be free and fair.
Liberty for Citizens
Liberty which also means freedom is the right of individuals to act according to their choice, having the rule of law in mind. Liberty means a generalized body of rights, such as the right to economic opportunity and education. A right is a freedom which a person enjoys as a result of his/her citizenship of a country. It is a justified claim or entitlement, or the freedom to do something.
These are some of the rights of the citizens as contained in the nation’s constitution.
- Right to life
- Right to personal liberty
- Right to dignity of human person
- Right to private and family life
- Right to freedom of expression or speech
- Right to freedom of movement
- Right to vote and be voted for
- Right to fair….
Limitations of Liberty
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