What does the Independence of the judiciary mean?

The correct answer is Option 4 - All of the above

1. (OPTION 1) The other organs of the government like the executive and legislature must not restrain the functioning of the judiciary in such a way that it is unable to do justice.
2. (OPTION 2) The other organs of the government should not interfere with the decision of the judiciary.
3. (OPTION 3) Judges must be able to perform their functions without fear or favour.
4. (OPTION 4) All of the above (Answer)

The Independence of the judiciary means that:

1. The other organs of the government like the executive and legislature must not restrain the functioning of the judiciary in such a way that it is unable to do justice.
2. The other organs of the government should not interfere with the decision of the judiciary.
3. Judges must be able to perform their functions without fear or favour.

Independence of the judiciary does not imply arbitrariness or absence of accountability. Judiciary is a part of the democratic political structure of the country. It is therefore accountable to the Constitution, to the democratic traditions and to the people of the country.