
In a democracy, the rule of law is not merely a legal doctrine—it is a moral compass, a civic covenant, and a bulwark against tyranny. It is the promise that power must answer to principle, and that justice must not be swayed by rank, wealth, or influence. In our jurisdiction, the principle that “no one is above the law” is both a constitutional promise and a historical reckoning. It demands that power be accountable, that justice be impartial, and that every citizen, whether peasant or presiden