Master Administrative Law: Quizzes and Practice Questions

Question 1

What is the duty to act fairly?

Accepted Answer

A common law duty that requires public authorities to act in a manner that is just and reasonable

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A statutory duty that applies only to certain public authorities

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A constitutional duty that is enforceable by the courts

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A moral duty that is not legally enforceable

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a remedy for administrative action?

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Mediation

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Judicial review

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Ombudsman

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Tribunal

Question 3

What test is applied by courts to determine if a public authority's decision was irrational?

Accepted Answer

Wednesbury unreasonableness

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Proportionality

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Legitimate expectation

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Abuse of power

Question 4

Which factor is NOT taken into account when determining if an administrative decision is proportionate?

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Cost-effectiveness of the decision

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Legitimate purpose of the decision

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Necessity of the decision

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Fairness of the decision

Question 5

What is the legal doctrine that prevents public authorities from exceeding their legal powers?

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Ultra vires

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Abuse of power

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Estoppel

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Illegality

Question 6

Which of the following is **not** a specific principle of natural justice applicable to administrative decision-making?

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The right to legal representation

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The right to a fair hearing

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The right to be informed of the case against you

Question 7

Which fundamental principle of administrative law requires public authorities to provide individuals affected by their decisions with the opportunity to be heard and respond?

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Natural justice

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Duty to act fairly

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Proportionality

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Legality

Question 8

In determining whether a public authority has acted unreasonably, courts primarily consider:

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Whether the decision was rational and proportionate

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Whether the decision was made in good faith

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Whether the decision was consistent with previous decisions

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Whether the decision was supported by evidence

Question 9

Which of the following is not considered a type of administrative remedy?

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Self-regulation

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Judicial review

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Ombudsman

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Declaratory judgment

Question 10

The duty to act fairly does not include:

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The right to legal representation

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The right to receive notice of a decision

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The right to a hearing

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The right to a reasoned decision

Question 11

The principle of proportionality in administrative law requires:

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The means employed by a public authority to be proportionate to the desired outcome

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The decision of a public authority to be supported by sufficient evidence

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The decision of a public authority to be made in a fair and impartial manner

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The decision of a public authority to be consistent with the rule of law

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a recognized principle of natural justice?

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Res judicata

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Bias

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Audi alteram partem

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Proportionality

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of the Human Rights Act 1998 in the context of administrative law?

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Incorporating the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law

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Expanding the scope of judicial review

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Creating new remedies for administrative action

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Diminishing the significance of the principles of natural justice

Question 14

Which of the following is a key distinction between the administrative law systems of the UK and the US?

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The role of courts in reviewing administrative action

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Availability of remedies for administrative wrongdoing

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Principles of natural justice

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Discretionary powers granted to public authorities

Question 15

What is the significance of the concept of 'legitimate expectations' in administrative law?

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Provides a basis for challenging administrative decisions that depart from established practices

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Creates a legal duty for public authorities to fulfill promises made to individuals

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Imposes a heightened standard of review on courts in cases involving legitimate expectations

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Has no legal bearing in administrative law

Question 16

What is the **duty to act fairly**?

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A legal obligation imposed on public authorities to make decisions impartially and reasonably

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A principle that applies only to decisions affecting individuals' property rights

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A discretionary power granted to public authorities to consider fairness when making decisions

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A procedural requirement that applies to all decisions made by public authorities

Question 17

Which of the following is **not** a potential legal remedy for unlawful administrative action?

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Statutory appeal

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Judicial review

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Compensation

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Injunction

Question 18

What is the primary purpose of the **Human Rights Act 1998** in relation to administrative law?

Accepted Answer

To incorporate the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law

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To provide a new statutory basis for judicial review

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To abolish the principle of natural justice

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To limit the power of public authorities to interfere with individual rights

Question 19

Which of the following factors is **not** relevant when determining whether a public authority has acted unreasonably?

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The political views of the decision-makers

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The legitimate expectations of the individuals affected

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The availability of alternative courses of action

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The proportionality of the decision to the objectives pursued

Question 20

What is the **primary** role of the Administrative Court in relation to judicial review?

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To hear and determine applications for judicial review

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To provide legal advice to public authorities on administrative law matters

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To investigate complaints of maladministration by public authorities

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To enforce the orders of the High Court in judicial review proceedings

Question 21

Which of the following is **not** a ground for judicial review?

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Delay

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Illegality

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Irrationality

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Procedural impropriety

Question 22

What is the significance of the **Anisminic doctrine** in administrative law?

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It established that errors of law can be reviewed by the courts

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It introduced the concept of the implied duty of fairness into administrative law

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It abolished the principle of natural justice in relation to public authorities

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It created a new form of judicial review known as the public interest action

Question 23

Which principle of natural justice requires that a person be given an opportunity to be heard before a decision is made that affects their rights?

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Audi alteram partem

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Nemo judex in causa sua

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Bias

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The right to a fair hearing

Question 24

To whom is the duty to act fairly owed?

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Both public authorities and private bodies exercising public functions

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Public authorities only

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Private bodies exercising public functions only

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Neither public authorities nor private bodies exercising public functions

Question 25

What was the significance of the Public Law Remedies Act 2001?

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It codified the existing law on public law remedies

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It created new public law remedies

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It abolished the common law remedies for administrative action

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It had no significant impact on public law remedies

Question 26

In administrative decision-making, what is the significance of the principle of proportionality?

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Proportionality ensures public authorities balance the necessity of their actions with the impact on individual rights.

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Proportionality applies only to extreme cases of administrative action.

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Proportionality is primarily a matter of political discretion, not legal principle.

Question 27

Which principle of natural justice requires that an individual be afforded an opportunity to present their case before a decision affecting their rights is made?

Accepted Answer

Audi alteram partem

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Abuse of discretion

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Nemo judex in causa sua

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Ultra vires

Question 28

What is the doctrine in administrative law that limits the extent of discretion available to public authorities?

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Ultra vires

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Res judicata

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Habeas corpus

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Estoppel

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a type of public authority subject to administrative law in the UK?

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Private companies

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Public corporations

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Government departments

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Local councils

Question 30

What is the legal principle that requires public authorities to exercise their powers for the purposes for which they were granted?

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Proper purpose

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Good faith

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Best interests

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Reasonableness

Question 31

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of administrative law that requires public authorities to act fairly?

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Duty to act fairly

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Fiduciary duty

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Duty to mitigate

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Duty of care

Question 32

What is the principle in administrative law that requires public authorities to consider all relevant factors when making decisions?

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Relevant considerations

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Materiality

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Reasonableness

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Proportionality

Question 33

Which of the following best characterizes an administrative decision?

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It has the potential to impact the legal rights or interests of individuals.

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It is always made by a public body.

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It cannot be subject to review.

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It is binding on all parties.

Question 34

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of an ombudsman?

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Investigating complaints against public authorities

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Prosecuting criminal offenses

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Making binding legal rulings

Question 35

The concept of 'ultra vires' in administrative law refers to:

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When a public authority acts beyond the scope of its legal powers.

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When a public authority makes an unreasonable decision.

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When a public authority fails to follow proper procedures.

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When a public authority breaches a duty of care.

Question 36

Which of the following is an example of an administrative tribunal?

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Employment Tribunal

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High Court

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Court of Appeal