Rule of Law (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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Which is NOT one of the three core principles of the rule of law?
Which is NOT one of the three core principles of the rule of law?
Government must be democratically elected
Which Act explicitly recognizes the rule of law as a constitutional principle?
Which Act explicitly recognizes the rule of law as a constitutional principle?
Constitutional Reform Act 2005
What key feature prevents unlimited power by one branch of government?
What key feature prevents unlimited power by one branch of government?
Separation of powers
According to Dicey, what can challenge the state's exercise of power?
According to Dicey, what can challenge the state's exercise of power?
Judicial review
What did von Hayek argue diluted the rule of law in practice?
What did von Hayek argue diluted the rule of law in practice?
Parliamentary sovereignty
What did Raz say natural justice requires in legal proceedings?
What did Raz say natural justice requires in legal proceedings?
Open & fair hearing for all parties
Who participates in trial by peers in the criminal justice system?
Who participates in trial by peers in the criminal justice system?
Magistrates or jury
What standard of proof must the prosecution meet in criminal cases?
What standard of proof must the prosecution meet in criminal cases?
Beyond reasonable doubt
Which area of civil law provides the right to claim compensation for damage?
Which area of civil law provides the right to claim compensation for damage?
Tort
Who is NOT above the law according to the rule of law principle?
Who is NOT above the law according to the rule of law principle?
The King and Prime Minister