A doctrine holding that the courts defer to the decisions of elected officials is called which of the following?

A) Broad construction
B) Conservative activism
C) Strict construction
D) Judicial restraint
E) Judicial activism

Judicial Restraint

The principle that judges should limit their own power to strike down laws unless they clearly violate the Constitution.

Elected Officials

Individuals chosen through a voting process to hold public office and represent the electorate in legislative, executive, or judicial capacities.

Judicial Activism

The practice by judges of using their powers to make broad interpretations of laws or the Constitution, often leading to changes in public policy or new legal principles.