Which of these describes the concept of judicial activism?

When a judge makes decisions based on how a law should be interpreted in the current time.

When a judge makes decisions based on an emotional connection to the issue.

When a judge makes decisions based solely on the written words of the law.

When a judge makes decisions based on their mood that day.

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The concept of judicial activism is best described by the statement: "When a judge makes decisions based on how a law should be interpreted in the current time."

Judicial activism involves judges interpreting laws and the Constitution in a way that considers contemporary societal values and conditions, rather than strictly adhering to the original intent or text of the law.