Question

what is a benefit of judicial activism?
a. it ensures the country strictly follows the constitution.
b. it ensures the will of the government is properly enforced.
c. it allows the people to hold elected officials accountable.
d. it allows the country to adapt to changing circumstances.

Explanation:

To determine the benefit of judicial activism, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Judicial activism often involves interpreting the Constitution flexibly (not strict adherence), so A is incorrect.
• Option B: Judicial activism can check government overreach, not enforce government will, so B is incorrect.
• Option C: Holding elected officials accountable is more related to elections/monitoring, not judicial activism, so C is incorrect.
• Option D: Judicial activism allows courts to adapt constitutional interpretation to modern/circumstantial changes, making this the correct benefit.

Answer:

D. It allows the country to adapt to changing circumstances.