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Which of the following correctly matches the legal term with its meaning? 1. Ratio decidendi 2. Obiter dicta 3. Res judicata 4. Locus standi

Ratio decidendi is the principle or reasoning that forms the basis of a judicial decision and is binding as precedent, while obiter dicta are incidental remarks made by the judge that are not essential to the decision and have only persuasive value.

  1. A1 - remarks made in passing by the judge; 2 - principle on which the decision rests
  2. B1 - principle forming the basis of the decision; 2 - incidental remarks not forming part of the decisionCorrect
  3. C3 - right to be heard in court; 4 - matter already decided
  4. D3 - a thing that speaks for itself; 4 - a decision by consent

Explanation

Ratio decidendi is the legal reasoning on which a judgment rests and is binding as precedent. Obiter dicta are incidental observations and are only persuasive. Option A reverses the two, while C swaps res judicata (matter already decided) and locus standi (right to be heard).

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