Principles of conferral

The principle of conferral is a concept in governance, particularly within organizations like the European Union. It states that an authority can only act within the limits granted to it by the member states or their constitutions. This means that any powers exercised by a governing body must come from a clear, agreed-upon permission from its members. Essentially, it ensures that decisions made at a higher level respect the rights and responsibilities assigned to individual members, promoting accountability and cooperation among them.