What supreme administrative judicial body in Lebanon resolves disputes between citizens and state administrative authorities?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The State Shura Council (Majlis Shura al-Dawla / Conseil d'État)
- Step 1: The Conseil d'État is the premier administrative court of Lebanon, modeled on the French Conseil d'État.
- Step 2: It examines the legality of administrative decrees and decides liability claims against public entities.
Answer
The State Shura Council (Majlis Shura al-Dawla / Conseil d'État).
Why not the others: 'The Constitutional Council' reviews statutory legislation; 'The Court of Audit' audits public spending; 'The Military Tribunal' tries military personnel and security infractions.
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