What does the rule of law mean in Canada?
- Each person can choose which laws to follow
- Everyone, including police, judges and politicians, is subject to the law
- Laws apply only to citizens
- The Prime Minister is above the law
Answer: Everyone, including police, judges and politicians, is subject to the law
The rule of law means that no person or group is above the law. The law in Canada applies to everyone, including judges, politicians and the police. Laws give order to society and a peaceful way to settle disputes.
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- Rule of law: the law applies to everyone in Canada, including judges, politicians and the police.
- Laws are written rules meant to guide people in society.
- Laws are made by elected representatives.
- The courts settle disputes and the police enforce the laws.
- Laws aim to provide order, a peaceful way to settle disputes, and to express the values and beliefs of Canadians.
- Prisons punish criminals and help deter crime.