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European Union Law

Institutions of the European Union

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Recall questions on the Commission, the Council, the Parliament and the Court of Justice.

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Who and when

Who makes up the Council of the European Union?

Key term

Why is it important that the CJEU ensures uniform application of EU law?

Questions from this subtopic

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  1. 1

    What is the role of the Court of Justice of the European Union?

    Model answer

    It interprets EU law to ensure uniform application across member states and rules on disputes between EU institutions and member states.

  2. 2

    Why is it important that the CJEU ensures uniform application of EU law?

    Model answer

    To ensure EU law is interpreted and applied consistently across all member states, preventing divergent national interpretations.

  3. 3

    What is the European Commission and what are its main functions within the EU?

    Model answer

    The European Commission is the executive body of the EU responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and upholding EU treaties.

  4. 4

    Which EU institution is responsible for proposing new EU legislation?

    Model answer

    The European Commission.

  5. 5

    What role does the European Parliament play in the EU's institutional structure?

    Model answer

    The European Parliament is the directly elected legislative body of the EU that represents EU citizens and shares legislative and budgetary powers with the Council.

  6. 6

    How are members of the European Parliament selected?

    Model answer

    They are directly elected by EU citizens.

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