29 Questions
Who is authorized to issue regulations regarding the use of any vehicle on public roads?
Minister of Transport
Which Act empowers the Minister of Higher Education and Training to issue regulations on higher education-related matters?
Higher Education Act
Which entity is authorized to make, amend, or repeal the rules for the Supreme Court of Appeal and other courts?
Rules Board for Courts of Law
Under which Act can a statutory body be empowered to issue regulations for a university?
Higher Education Act
Which Act authorizes the declaration of a state of disaster by the relevant minister?
Disaster Management Act
Who approves the issuance of an institutional statute by a university council based on the Higher Education Act?
Minister of Higher Education and Training
What is the Rome Statute?
A multilateral international treaty
What is the role of the Statute of the University of Pretoria?
Subordinate legislation
Which statement accurately describes the Interpretation Act?
Applies to the interpretation of all laws and subordinate legislation
In what context is 'law' not inclusive according to Section 1 of the Interpretation Act?
Common law
Which of the following could be an official notification according to the text?
Notice in an Official Gazette
What must be considered before applying the provisions of the Interpretation Act according to the text?
Repugnance to language or context of a law
What happens if the persons or bodies authorised to issue delegated legislation act outside the scope of their powers?
The subordinate legislation could be invalidated by a court of law.
If the enabling Act of delegated legislation is repealed, what happens to the subordinate legislation issued under it?
It will also cease to exist.
Can a delegated legislative body amend or repeal an Act of Parliament?
No, they cannot amend or repeal an Act of Parliament.
What happens to subordinate legislation if the enabling Act is declared unconstitutional by a court?
The subordinate legislation issued under it will also cease to exist.
Which provision of the Constitution explicitly states that regulations made in terms of the interim Constitution remain in force despite its repeal?
Item 24(3) of Schedule 6
What significance does the case Hatch v Koopoomal hold in relation to delegated legislation?
It establishes that repealed Acts lead to cessation of subordinate legislation.
What is the significance of the Constitution in the Republic of South Africa?
It incorporates the rights, aspirations, and values of the people.
What role does the Citation of Constitutional Laws Act 5 of 2005 play?
It removes the association of any Act number with the Constitution.
How does the Constitution relate to other legislation in South Africa?
It is the supreme law that all other legislation must conform to.
Who was responsible for drafting the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa?
The Constitutional Assembly
What impact did the Citation of Constitutional Laws Act have on referring to the Constitution?
It required references to be construed as referring to the updated Constitution.
Why is it emphasized that the Constitution cannot be merely Act 108 of 1996?
Because it embodies the rights, aspirations, and values of the people.
Which of the following does NOT constitute subordinate legislation?
Directives issued by the state law advisors
In the context of legislation, what is the purpose of drafting conventions and rules?
To provide a framework for statutory interpretation
Why is understanding the structure of legislation important for students during statutory interpretation?
To apply the structural components effectively during interpretation
What is one key aspect that influences statutory interpretation besides the language and structure of legislative text?
Historical context
In what chapter of the text will the explanation on how different components and structural interrelatedness of legislation are used during interpretation be provided?
Chapter 6
Test your knowledge on the authority of Ministers to promulgate regulations as per enabling Acts, using examples such as the National Road Traffic Act and Higher Education Act. Explore the scope of powers granted to Ministers in various fields.
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