What is meant by 'Rule of Law' or 'Supremacy of law'?
- AOne law for all and one judiciary for all
- BOne law for all and one state for all
- COne state for all and one judiciary for all
- DAll laws for one and one judiciary for all
- ENone of the above
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Correct answer: (a) One law for all and one judiciary for all
Explanation
“Rule of Law” or “Supremacy of Law” means one law for all and one judicial system for all. In general, it implies that all persons are equal before the law and no one is above the law. Also, the State cannot discriminate against any person on the basis of religion, caste, sex, or place of birth. Under Fundamental Rights, Article 14 of the Indian Constitution provides the right to equality before the law and equal protection of the laws.