M7: Substantive administrative law and administrative procedure

What is the primary focus of administrative law?

• Organization and operation of courts

• Regulation of public administration for the public good

• Management of private contracts

• Establishment of political parties

Answer explanation

The primary focus of administrative law is Regulation of public administration for the public good.  Explantion:

• Administrative law deals with the actions and decisions of government agencies, ensuring they act within their legal authority and follow proper procedures.  The ultimate goal of administrative law is to protect the interests of the public by ensuring that government agencies act fairly, efficiently, and in accordance with the law.  

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of public administration?

• Acting on behalf of the state

• Possibility of using state coercion

• Belonging to the judicial branch

• Continuity and stability

Which division of administrative law deals with the rights and duties of individuals?

• Institutional law

• Substantive law

• Formal law

• Procedural law

What type of administrative act is dependent on the application of an addressee?

• Internal

• Declaratory

• Dependent

• Discretionary

Which principle of administrative procedure ensures the durability of administrative decisions?

• Rule of law

• Durability of the decision

• Two-instance procedure

• Judicial control

Administrative law applies only to local government activities.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Administrative procedures always involve a public authority.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The enforcement of administrative decisions can include both monetary and non-monetary measures.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Judicial control of administrative decisions is not allowed under Polish law.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Administrative acts must always be issued based on administrative law provisions.

• TRUE

• FALSE