Canada's legal system is based on a heritage that includes the rule of law, freedom under the law, democratic principles and what else?
Answer: Due process.
Canada's legal system is based on a heritage that includes the rule of law, freedom under the law, democratic principles and due process.
All answer choices
- Due process. (correct answer)
- The divine right of kings.
- Majority rule in the courts.
- Rule by decree.
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