Administrative Law Unit 1 Overview
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What is the main focus of the two lectures in Unit 1 of the Administrative Law course?

  • The importance of administrative law
  • Main concepts in administrative law
  • Practical examples of administrative law application
  • The context of administrative law in South African law (correct)

    • Why should students take note that there is no single accepted definition of administrative law?

  • To highlight the importance of foundational knowledge (correct)
  • To discourage further study in administrative law
  • To show the complexity of the subject
  • To emphasize the confusion in the field

    • Which prescribed textbook is recommended for students to read in the Administrative Law course?

  • Quinot et al. Administrative Justice in South Africa (correct)
  • Smith et al. Administrative Law Essentials
  • Brown et al. Administrative Law Basics
  • Johnson et al. Introduction to Legal Systems

    • What is one key learning outcome students should achieve by the end of Unit 1?

    <p>Understanding the importance of administrative law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are practical examples included in the lectures for Unit 1 of the course?

    <p>To demonstrate real-world applications of administrative law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is stressed as necessary to understand administrative law?

    <p>Possessing foundational knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of administrative law, based on the provided text?

    <p>Accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of administrative law is associated with the separation of powers?

    <p>Judicial review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does administrative law play in relation to public office-bearers, as per the text?

    <p>Preventing arbitrary actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does administrative law contribute to improving government control by the public?

    <p>By restraining the exercise of executive power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of administrative law, what is one key function of judicial review?

    <p>Protecting human rights from state violation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does administrative law help in advancing constitutional rights according to the text?

    <p>By ensuring accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of law regulates the executive branch of government?

    <p>Administrative law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main aspect of administrative law?

    <p>Judicial review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept of administrative justice focuses on fair and just administrative conduct?

    <p>Accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the foundation for administrative justice, according to the text?

    <p>Administrative law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some mechanisms through which administrative justice can be attained?

    <p>Chapter 9 institutions, ombuds, tribunals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on 'rules of law', administrative law is primarily founded on which legal document?

    <p>$33$ of the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

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