What is the significance of independent judiciary in a democratic republic? Do you think that without an independent judiciary a system of checks and balances can be established in the government? Explain with appropriate examples.

Take a position · 20 marks · 30 min

About 1200 words. The examiner marks against these:

• ☐ Give evidence
• ☐ Take a position
• ☐ Impact

Debate: Can checks and balances work in Pakistan without a truly independent judiciary?