The term "rule of law" refers to the principle that all people, including those in government, are subject to the law and that the law should be applied equally to all. There are several synonyms for this term that convey similar concepts, such as "judicial independence," "due process," and "equal protection under the law." Other terms that relate to the rule of law include "legal accountability," "fair and impartial judiciary," and "constitutional supremacy." While these synonyms all convey slightly different nuances, they are united by the idea that the law is the foundation of justice and that all individuals must be accountable to it, regardless of their position or power.