Benefits of the Rule of Law - JSS3 Civic education Lesson Note
- Protection of Rights and Freedoms: The rule of law safeguards individual rights and freedoms, including the right to life, liberty, property, and due process, ensuring that citizens are treated fairly and justly under the law.
- Promotion of Stability and Order: By providing a framework for resolving disputes, enforcing contracts, and maintaining public order, the rule of law promotes stability, predictability, and confidence in legal and economic systems.
- Fostering Economic Development: A legal system based on the rule of law creates a conducive environment for investment, entrepreneurship, and economic growth by ensuring property rights, contract enforcement, and market stability.
- Enhancing Accountability and Governance: Upholding the rule of law fosters accountable and transparent governance, curbing corruption, abuse of power, and impunity, and promoting trust and legitimacy in government institutions.