Question

What are two interpretations of the term rule of law, depending on context? (Select all that apply.)

Answer 1

The correct answer is A) Rule of law means that governments must establish clear rules and legal principles and D) Rule of law refers to the principle that government and government officials are subject to the same laws as everyone else.

Two interpretations of the term rule of law, depending on context are:  Rule of law means that governments must establish clear rules and legal principles and rule of law refers to the principle that government and government officials are subject to the same laws as everyone else.

The rule of the law is a system of laws based on universal principles. The first one is that the government, companies, and people are accountable under the law. This means that nobody is above the law, including the President. The second principle is that law must be clear, concise, known to everybody, applicable, and should take into consideration property, security, and human rights. The third one is that the process to enact laws must be open, fair, and efficient. And the last one, impartial dispute and resolution of the controversies. Justice for all delivered ethically and in due time.

Answer 2

Depending on context, two interpretations of the term "rule of law" may apply. One of the interpretations is option D, i.e. that government and government officials are subject to the same laws as everyone else; and it also means that ( A ) , governments must establish clear rules and legal principles.