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Judiciary

Definition

The judiciary is the branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying laws. It includes judges, courts, and legal systems that ensure justice is served and disputes are resolved.

Related terms

Judicial Review: Judicial review is the power of the courts to review and potentially invalidate laws or actions by other branches of government if they are found to be unconstitutional.

Supreme Court: The Supreme Court is the highest court in a country's judicial system. It has final authority on legal matters and plays a crucial role in interpreting constitutional issues.

Civil Liberties: Civil liberties are individual rights protected by law, such as freedom of speech, religion, or assembly. The judiciary often plays a role in safeguarding these liberties.

"Judiciary" appears in:

Subjects (2)

AP US Government
Intro to Political Science

Study guides (2)

AP Comparative Government - 2.7 Independent Legislatures
AP Comparative Government - 3.4 Political Beliefs and Values

Practice Questions (8)

Who appoints the members of the judiciary in China's judicial system?
Which country has a judiciary that lacks true independence due to parliamentary sovereignty?
Which country’s judiciary is bound by the decisions of the state’s sole political party, resulting in a lack of protection for civil liberties and civil rights?
How does who appoint the judiciary members affect the independence of the judiciary?
Which country’s judiciary is appointed by the King or Queen based on the advice of the Prime Minister and the Judicial Appointments Commission in order to promote diversity and fairness in the selection process?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why Iran’s judiciary is not truly independent?
What qualifications do judiciary candidates need to have in China?
Which nation's judiciary is considered authoritarian with a 99.3% conviction rate?

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