Judicial Ethics

Why it matters

• Upholds public confidence in the administration of justice by ensuring that judicial decisions are free from bias, conflict of interest, or external influence.
• Preserves the institutional legitimacy of the judiciary as an independent pillar of democracy, essential for the rule of law.
• Provides a framework for accountability, guiding judges in maintaining decorum, transparency, and fairness both within and outside the courtroom.

How it is asked

Questions often focus on the conflict between judicial activism and judicial restraint, the necessity of a formal code of conduct, and the role of ethics in maintaining the separation of powers as envisaged under the constitutional framework.