The Role Of The Judiciary In A Democracy

Abstract

In democratic countries, the judiciary is given a plcae of pride, honour and dignity. The role of the judiciary in a democracy is that of multi-faced activism and creativeness. A democratic society lives and swears by certain values - individual liberty, human dignity, rule of law, constitutionalism, limited government etc. A well organised, strong and impartial judiciary is most essential to achieve these values on which a democratic system thrives. It is the function of the courts to infuse these basic values in the country's legal and constitutional system. From this point of view, the role of the judiciary in a democracy becomes crucial and significant.