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What is the importance of the rule of law in Canada?
- Laws are only enforced when the majority of citizens support them
- Everyone including governments and individuals must obey the law, and no person or group is above it
- The government can override the law in emergencies
- Laws are made only by trained lawyers and judges
Why this is the correct answer
The rule of law is fundamental to Canadian democracy — it means that every person, institution and government body is subject to the law and accountable under it. No individual or government is above the law, and laws must be applied equally and fairly. This principle protects Canadians from arbitrary use of power.