Simply Administrative Action
Administrative actions are decisions made by administrative authorities in the course of their duties. These actions encompass a wide range of activities beyond legislative and quasi-judicial actions. Administrative authorities have discretion in handling matters. These actions can be either objective or subjective. Objective decisions follow predetermined criteria, while subjective decisions involve personal judgment without predefined standards. In administrative action, administrative authorities have the freedom to use their own judgment and discretion when handling matters.
For example, a government official approving a building permit based on established regulations, or a teacher assigning grades to students according to set criteria.
Types of Administrative Action
Administrative processes are a byproduct of intense administration, transcending conventional governmental classifications. The constitution consolidates powers formerly held by three separate state entities. Administrative law authors generally agree that attempting to categorize administrative functions or concepts is fruitless. Administrative law students must learn about categorization as current legislation, particularly in judicial review, frequently uses conceptual classifications of administrative actions.
Key Takeaways
- Administrative law governs the responsibilities and duties of the administrative authority, and administrative acts are those that fall under this category.
- Legal actions on public administrative bodies are referred to as administrative actions.
- By implementing administrative action the public is safeguarded and social order is upheld. It is an activity that is neither judicial nor legislative.
- Administrative decisions should adhere to fundamental fairness standards, as they are subject to judicial scrutiny if they do not.
Table of Content
- Types of Administrative Action
- 1. Administrative Legislative Action
- 2. Quasi-judicial Action or Administrative Adjudicatory Action
- 3. Simply Administrative Action
- 4. Ministerial Action/Purely Administrative Action
- Conclusion
- Types of Administrative Action- FAQs