Bestuursrecht Flashcards
What is the definition of Bestuursrecht?
Administrative law in the Netherlands that regulates the actions of government agencies.
True or False: Bestuursrecht deals with the relationship between the government and individuals or organizations.
True
What are the main sources of Bestuursrecht in the Netherlands?
Constitution, statutes, administrative regulations, and case law.
Fill in the blank: Bestuursrecht is also known as ______ law.
Administrative
What is the role of the administrative court in Bestuursrecht?
To review decisions made by government agencies for legality and fairness.
What is the purpose of the Algemene wet bestuursrecht (General Administrative Law Act)?
To provide general rules for the application of administrative law in the Netherlands.
What is the term used for the legal principle that government actions must be based on law?
Legaliteit
Which court has jurisdiction over disputes related to Bestuursrecht?
Administrative court
What is the term used for the decision-making process of government agencies in Bestuursrecht?
Besluitvorming
True or False: Bestuursrecht only applies to national government agencies.
False
What is the purpose of the bestuursorgaan (administrative body) in Bestuursrecht?
To make decisions and take actions on behalf of the government.
What is the term used for the legal principle that government actions must be proportional?
Evenredigheid
What is the term used for the legal principle that government actions must be unbiased?
Onpartijdigheid
What is the term used for the legal principle that government actions must be transparent?
Transparantie
What is the role of the Raad van State (Council of State) in Bestuursrecht?
To advise the government on legislative proposals and review administrative decisions.
What is the term used for the legal principle that government actions must be consistent?
Rechtszekerheid
What is the term used for the legal principle that government actions must be timely?
Voortvarendheid
What is the term used for the legal principle that government actions must be reasoned?
Motivering