Which of the following does not align with the concept of judicial independence?
A) judges are afforded security of tenure
B) judges' salaries are determined at arms-length from government
C) politicians are barred from publicly commenting on ongoing cases before the courts
D) judges are selected by governments

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Judicial independence is the concept that the judiciary should be independent from the other branches of government (executive and legislative) and not subject to improper influence. While A, B, and C support this independence by ensuring judges are not influenced by fear of losing their job, financial pressures, or public criticism from politicians, option D can potentially compromise judicial independence. When judges are selected by governments, there is a risk that the selection process might be influenced by political considerations rather than merit or qualifications, potentially undermining the judiciary's independence.

Which of the Following Does Not Align with the Concept