Which of the following best describes the principle of the rule of law as propounded by A.V. Dicey?

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Every citizen is subject to ordinary law and no one is above the law. A.V. Dicey's rule of law holds that no person is above the law and that every citizen, regardless of status, is subject to the ordinary law of the land. It also implies equality before the law and that rights are derived from judicial decisions rather than arbitrary government action. This principle

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A) The government has absolute power to make and enforce laws

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B) Every citizen is subject to ordinary law and no one is above the law

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C) The legislature has supremacy over all other arms of government

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D) Citizens must obey all government directives without question

Which of the following best describes the principle of the rule of law as propounded by A.V. Dicey?

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