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Compare judicial independence in the UK and Russia.
UK: No true independence due to parliamentary sovereignty. Russia: No true independence due to executive control over appointments.
Compare judicial independence in Mexico and Nigeria.
Mexico: Transitioning towards independence with judicial review. Nigeria: Transitioning, but faces political interference.
Compare judicial independence in China and Iran.
China: No true independence, CCP controls the judiciary. Iran: No true independence, Supreme Leader appoints judges, Sharia law prevails.
Contrast judicial selection in the UK and China.
UK: Judicial Appointments Commission ensures fairness. China: CCP influences appointments despite qualifications.
How do judicial term lengths differ in Iran and the UK?
Iran: Chief Justice serves a 5-year term. UK: Judges are appointed for life.
Compare the authority of courts in the UK and Mexico.
UK: Courts cannot strike down laws. Mexico: Supreme Court interprets the constitution.
What is the role of the Judicial Appointments Commission in the UK?
Ensures fairness and diversity in judicial selection.
What role does the Supreme Leader play in Iran's judiciary?
Appoints judges and ensures Sharia law is upheld.
What is the function of Mexico's Supreme Court?
Interprets the constitution and ensures all processes are constitutional.
How does executive control over judicial appointments affect judicial independence?
Cause: Executive appoints judges. Effect: Compromised independence due to loyalty.
How does military influence affect judicial legitimacy in Nigeria?
Cause: Past military influence. Effect: Reduced judicial legitimacy.
How does Sharia law affect human rights in Iran?
Cause: Sharia law as ultimate authority. Effect: Unequal treatment and human rights issues.
How does corruption affect judicial legitimacy in Mexico?
Cause: Corruption. Effect: Reduced judicial legitimacy.
How does the CCP's control affect civil liberty protection in China?
Cause: CCP control of judiciary. Effect: Lack of civil liberty protection.