10 Questions
What is the principle of conferral and how does it relate to the EU's competences?
The principle of conferral means that the EU's competences are limited to what the sovereign states have conferred to it. This principle sets the limits of the EU's actions, and if the EU acts beyond its competence, it leads to legal and political problems.
What is the difference between direct effect and direct applicability in EU law?
Direct effect refers to the ability of certain EU acts to be enforced by national courts and administrations, whereas direct applicability refers to the automatic application of EU regulations without the need for transposition into national law.
What are the four freedoms that form the basis of the EU's internal market?
The four freedoms are the free movement of goods, persons, capital, and services.
What are the two treaties that form the constitution of the EU?
The two treaties are the Treaty on European Union (TEU) and the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU).
What is the role of the CJEU in the EU's institutional structure?
The CJEU has two instances and is responsible for interpreting EU law and ensuring its uniform application across member states.
What is the concept of EU citizenship and what does it entail?
EU citizenship is an innovation of the EU, which grants certain rights and entitlements to EU citizens, such as the right to free movement and residence within the EU.
What are the limits of EU authority, and what happens when the EU acts beyond its competence?
The limits of EU authority are set by the principle of conferral, and if the EU acts beyond its competence, it leads to legal and political problems, which can be addressed through specific remedies.
What is the significance of direct effect in EU law, and how does it impact individuals and businesses?
Direct effect allows individuals and businesses to have their rights enforced before national courts and administrations, ensuring that EU law is applied uniformly across the EU.
What is the relationship between EU competences and the principle of conferral?
The EU's competences are limited to what the sovereign states have conferred to it, ensuring that the EU only exercises powers delegated to it by its member states.
What is the role of national courts and administrations in enforcing EU law?
National courts and administrations are responsible for enforcing EU law, particularly in cases where EU acts have direct effect.
This quiz covers the development of EU law, including the recognition of human rights and the role of the European Court of Justice. Learn about the Treaty of Maastricht and its impact on EU law.
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