Question

question 1 of 10
how does the constitution promote the value of independence for the
supreme court?

a. it grants justices lifetime terms so other leaders cannot easily
strip them of their power.

b. it allows the supreme court to independently amend the
constitution.

c. it prevents congress and the president from removing justices for
any reason.

d. it requires justices to engage in judicial activism when ruling on
cases with no precedent.

Explanation:

• Option B is incorrect: Only Congress (with presidential approval) can amend the U.S. Constitution, not the Supreme Court.
• Option C is incorrect: Congress can remove justices via impeachment for misconduct, not "any reason".
• Option D is incorrect: The Constitution does not mandate judicial activism; justices may use judicial restraint instead, and this is not a mechanism for independence.
• Option A is correct: Lifetime tenure (during "good Behaviour") insulates justices from political pressure, allowing them to rule independently without fear of losing their position for unpopular decisions.

Answer:

A. It grants justices lifetime terms so other leaders cannot easily strip them of their power.