State five factors that can limit the independence of the judiciary

Explanation

i. Government interference i.e. Legislature and Executive

ii. Personal interest of the judge

iii. System of government i.e. authoritarian regime.

iv. Political party influence/interest

v. Crisis of integrity: bribery and corruption

vi. Modes of appointment and dismissal

vii. Inadequate financial resources/poor funding

viii. Poor remuneration for judges and judicial staff

ix. Social ties e.g family, ethnic, religion etc.

x. National/public interest

xi. Existence of special tribunals.