Understanding EU-EEA Relations

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Which legislative body in Austria is responsible for making important policy decisions?

  • The National Council (correct)
  • The Federal Ministries
  • The State Parliament Representatives
  • The Federal Council

What is the nature of constitutional law in Austria?

  • It is law enacted at the state level
  • It is the law relevant for doing business in Austria
  • It is higher in rank than all other law (correct)
  • It is the law enacted by the Austrian national legislator

Which legal instruments contain federal constitutional law in Austria?

  • The 1920 Federal Constitutional Law (correct)
  • The 1947 National Socialism Prohibition Act
  • The European Convention on Human Rights
  • The 1867 Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals

Which of the following is considered law in a broader sense in Austria?

<p>Law passed by parliament (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recognized source of law in Austria?

<p>Case law generated by Austrian courts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary source of EU law?

<p>Treaty on European Union (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following EU institutions is responsible for proposing draft new legislation?

<p>European Commission (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization has the power to enforce select international agreements made by its member states?

<p>The Council of Europe (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization is focused on the regulation of cross-border trade by way of international trade agreements?

<p>The World Trade Organization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization aims to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, and achieve international cooperation?

<p>The United Nations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization has the International Court of Justice (ICJ) located in The Hague?

<p>The United Nations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, which country is not part of the European Economic Area (EEA)?

<p>Switzerland (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union (EU)?

<p>The United Kingdom has a special relationship with the EU based on international treaties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the principle that states that EU law takes precedence over national legal provisions?

<p>Principle of primacy of EU law (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the term used for the formal act in which a state indicates its consent to be bound by a treaty?

<p>Ratification (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a way in which a law can address cross-border situations?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of a law may clarify the territorial reach of rules for cross-border situations?

<p>Section 38 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a separate body of law called 'conflict-of-laws'?

<p>To govern cross-border situations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which legislative body in Austria is responsible for making important policy decisions?

<p>The National Council (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of constitutional law in Austria?

<p>It is higher in rank than all other law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which legal instruments contain federal constitutional law in Austria?

<p>The 1920 Federal Constitutional Law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the National Council and the Federal Council in Austria?

<p>The National Council and the Federal Council have equal rank (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which legislative body in Austria is responsible for making important policy decisions?

<p>Parliament (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recognized source of law in Austria?

<p>Case law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization has the power to enforce select international agreements made by its member states?

<p>United Nations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary source of EU law?

<p>EU Treaties (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, which legal provision takes precedence in case of a conflict between national law and EU law?

<p>EU law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the term used for the formal act in which a state indicates its consent to be bound by a treaty?

<p>Ratification (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, where can the case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) be searched?

<p>Curia portal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the term used for a case whose decision depends on the correct interpretation of EU law and is not clear?

<p>Acte claire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way in which a law can address cross-border situations?

<p>By clarifying the territorial reach of rules for cross-border situations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'conflict-of-laws' in relation to cross-border situations?

<p>To determine which national laws govern the issue at hand (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered law in a broader sense in Austria?

<p>Trade regulation law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a law that can address cross-border situations?

<p>Social security law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization has its headquarters in Strasbourg, France?

<p>The Council of Europe (CoE) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization is strictly speaking just a subset of international law, but has developed into a body of law very much of its own and is better characterized as 'supranational law'?

<p>The European Union (EU) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization has its organs include the International Court of Justice (ICJ) located in The Hague, Netherlands?

<p>The United Nations (UN) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organization has established a number of specialized agencies, such as the World Health Organization (WHO) or the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)?

<p>The United Nations (UN) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following economic activities is exempt from the requirements of the Trade Act 1994 in Austria?

<p>Agriculture and forestry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which legal instrument is the most relevant for starting a trade in Austria?

<p>Trade Act 1994 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a regulated liberal profession in Austria?

<p>Tax advising (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area of law does trade regulation law fall under in Austria?

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

Which of the following is required in order to obtain a trade license in Austria?

<p>Registration with the competent trade authority (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main obstacle that Selma's parents face when dealing with customs requirements?

<p>Customs duties on low value goods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current status of the WTO's Joint Statement Initiative on E-Commerce?

<p>It is struggling with how to deal with e-commerce (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the EU and UK in terms of trade since Brexit?

<p>They are governed by WTO law and special international agreements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a form of punishment in Austria?

<p>Confiscation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum term of imprisonment for felonies in Austria?

<p>Life imprisonment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which types of insolvency proceedings are available in Austria?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who can file a petition for insolvency proceedings in Austria?

<p>Both the debtor and the creditors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an exclusion criterion for obtaining a trade license in Austria?

<p>Having a criminal conviction for drug crimes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area of law in Austria deals with sanctions and measures imposed by the State for unlawful behavior?

<p>Criminal law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which courts in Austria adjudicate judicial criminal law exclusively?

<p>General (judicial) courts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body of law in Austria addresses cases where a company can be prosecuted for a crime?

<p>Criminal law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the trading system under WTO law?

<p>The Most Favoured Nation (MFN) rule (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the wider area of public law?

<p>Business law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following freedoms allows a trader to offer and provide services in other Member States on a temporary basis while remaining in their country of origin?

<p>Freedom to establish and provide services (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about e-commerce businesses targeting Austria from third countries?

<p>They are not required to have an Austrian trade licence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for engaging in self-employed commercial activities in Austria?

<p>Residence permit that includes self-employed economic activities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category of individuals addressed by the AsylG may engage in the same economic activities as Austrian nationals?

<p>Recognised refugees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of recognition is required for a professional qualification obtained in another EU/EEA country or Switzerland?

<p>Recognition of an attestation of competence issued by the competent authorities of a Member State (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a host Member State to require an applicant to complete an adaptation period or take an aptitude test?

<p>The applicant has received training in a different Member State (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for opening insolvency proceedings in Austria?

<p>Sufficient assets to cover the costs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consequence of the court refusing to open insolvency proceedings in Austria?

<p>Loss of trade license (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following applies to natural persons and private insolvency proceedings in Austria?

<p>Cheaper proceedings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the process of obtaining debt discharge after a certain period in Austria?

<p>Debt discharge (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of opening insolvency proceedings on a trade license in Austria?

<p>No effect (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a difference between insolvency proceedings for companies and natural persons in Austria?

<p>Obtaining debt discharge against the will of creditors for companies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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