A. the certainty of the law
B. checks and balances
C. legality of the law
D. judicial independence
Correct Answer: Option B
B. checks and balances
Explanation
Checks and balances are the core of the rule of law and uphold the separation of powers because they ensure accountability. checks and balances are needed to ensure the rule of law in a way that, the various arms of government have different functions and authority vested on them. None is superior or inferior to the other and so are required to check each other to ensure that one doesn’t act out of their jurisdiction.