Rule of law

Definition

The rule of law is a principle under which all persons, institutions, and entities are accountable to laws that are publicly promulgated, equally enforced, and independently adjudicated, and which are consistent with international human rights principles. It ensures that no one is above the law, providing a framework for safeguarding individual liberties and maintaining social order.

Related terms

Constitutions: A written document outlining the fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is governed.

Judiciary: The system of courts that interprets and applies the law in legal cases, serving as a mechanism to resolve disputes and uphold the rule of law.

Civil Liberties: Individual rights protected by law from unjust governmental or other interference