GCECivic EducationValues and Citizenship2019

In a democratic society, which of the following best illustrates the value of rule of law?

AThe president pardoning a convicted minister because of party loyalty
BA judge dismissing a case because the accused is a prominent businessman
CA senator being prosecuted for corruption despite holding public officeCORRECT
DSecurity forces detaining suspects indefinitely without trial
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Why the answer is C, and why the others tempt you.
The rule of law means that no one is above the law, including public officials. Prosecuting a senator for corruption regardless of status demonstrates that the law applies equally to all. Options A, B, and D all depict situations where privilege, bias, or arbitrary power override legal principles.
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