Natural justice is a legal principle that requires fair procedures and unbiased decision making in administrative proceedings. The concept of natural justice is based on the idea that individuals have a right to be heard and to have their case decided in a fair and impartial manner.
The two main components of natural justice are the principles of audi alteram partem (meaning “hear the other side”) and nemo judex in causa sua (meaning “no one should be a judge in their own cause”).
Audi Alteram Partem
The principle of audi alteram partem requires that individuals have the right to be heard and to present their case before a decision is made that affects their rights or interests. This includes the right to be informed of the case against them, to have the opportunity to respond to that case, and to have access to evidence that is relevant to the case.
Nemo Judex in Causa Sua
The principle of nemo judex in causa sua requires that decision makers be impartial and free from bias. This means that decision makers should not have a personal interest in the outcome of the case and should not be influenced by any external factors.
