Which of the following is not a function of judiciary?
- settlement of disputes
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maintenance of law and order
- interpretation of law
- protection of right
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
One of the major functions of the judiciary is to interpret and apply laws to specific cases. In the course of deciding the disputes that come before it, the judges interpret and apply laws. Every law needs a proper interpretation for getting applied to every specific case.
Maintenance of law and order is a function of the police which is a part of the executive arm of government.