The concept of the independence of the judiciary means that?

A. The judiciary must not attempt to meddle into legislative and executive affairs
B. The powers of the courts can not be subjected of executive re-assessment
C. The sanctity of the office of the Judges and Justices must be preserved without prejudice
D. All means of legislative or executive influence on judicial decision making must be disabled

Correct Answer: Option D

D. All means of legislative or executive influence on judicial decision making must be disabled

Explanation

Strictly speaking, independence of the judiciary isn’t restricted to the idea of non-interference by the legislature or executive or either of agencies on judicial decision making but particularly ensuring that all the gateways to the activities that may put the judiciary in a vulnerable state to the other arms of government must be shut down.