In the context of bilateral trade negotiations between India and European Union, what is the difference between European Commission and European Council? 1. European Commission represents the EU in trade negotiations whereas European Council participates in the legislation of matters pertaining to economic policies of the European Union. 2. European Commission comprises the Heads of State or government of member countries whereas the European Council comprises of the persons nominated by European Parliament. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A1 onlyCorrect
- B2 only
- CBoth 1 and 2
- DNeither 1 nor 2
Explanation
The correct answer is A because of the specific roles these institutions play within the European Union.
Statement 1 is correct. The European Commission acts as the executive arm of the EU and is responsible for representing the Union in international trade negotiations, such as those with India. The European Council, along with the European Parliament, serves a legislative function and sets the broad political direction and priorities of the EU, including economic policies.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The roles and compositions are actually reversed in this statement. The European Council consists of the Heads of State or Government of the member states. The European Commission consists of a team of Commissioners, one from each member state, who are nominated by their national governments rather than the European Parliament.
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