The Rule of Law (AQA A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of the rule of law as a constitutional principle?
What is the primary purpose of the rule of law as a constitutional principle?
To protect citizens from dictatorship
Which Act recognises the constitutional principle of the rule of law in section 1?
Which Act recognises the constitutional principle of the rule of law in section 1?
Constitutional Reform Act 2005
What are Dicey's three core elements of the rule of law?
What are Dicey's three core elements of the rule of law?
Arbitrary power, equality, ordinary law
What was von Hayek's main criticism of the rule of law?
What was von Hayek's main criticism of the rule of law?
It had become diluted by Parliament
What did Joseph Raz focus on regarding the rule of law?
What did Joseph Raz focus on regarding the rule of law?
Minimising arbitrary discretionary power
How is the rule of law maintained in delegated legislation?
How is the rule of law maintained in delegated legislation?
Enabling Act, scrutiny, judicial review
What does habeas corpus protect against?
What does habeas corpus protect against?
Imprisonment without trial
What standard of proof does the rule of law require in criminal cases?
What standard of proof does the rule of law require in criminal cases?
Beyond reasonable doubt
What was the main impact of LASPO 2012 on access to justice?
What was the main impact of LASPO 2012 on access to justice?
Reduced legal aid availability
Which Acts balance inequality between consumers and large businesses?
Which Acts balance inequality between consumers and large businesses?
Consumer Protection Act 1987 & Rights 2015