"Liberty, therefore, is never real unless the Government can be called to account when it invades rights."
Which one of the following is the best justification of the above statement?
A
In the realisation that the government can be brought to book in a court of law
B
In identifying a man as a political unit in a way which distinguishes him from other citizens
C
In a decentralized society wherein the basic needs of men can find satisfaction
D
In the understanding that liberty and restraints are complementary
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
1. **Analyze the Statement:** The text says Liberty is impossible unless the Government can be 'called to account' (held responsible/checked) when it tries to take away rights.\n2. **Identify the Core Logic:** 'Calling to account' is a way of stopping or limiting power. In political terms, this is a 'restraint'. So, the statement essentially says: Liberty requires Restraints on the Government.\n3. **Test Option A (Courts):** Is this a justification? It mentions 'Courts', which is *one way* to hold the government accountable. But is it the *reason*? No, it's just a method. It explains *how*, not *why*.\n4. **Test Option D (Complementary):** This option says 'Liberty and restraints are complementary'. This matches our logic in Step 2 perfectly. If there are no restraints (accountability), there is no liberty. Therefore, they go hand-in-hand.\n5. **Compare A and D:** Option A is a small part of the truth. Option D is the whole truth/principle. Therefore, D is the best justification.