Which does the European Council do in the government of the European Union? (1 point) Responses passes laws and adopts budgets passes laws and adopts budgets resolves disputes among members resolves disputes among members ensures legislation is applied fairly ensures legislation is applied fairly represents the EU globally
The European Council does not primarily pass laws nor adopt budgets; that is the role of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union (often just called the Council, but distinct from the European Council). It also doesn't resolve disputes among members in a judicial sense or ensure legislation is applied fairly - that's more the role of the Court of Justice of the European Union.
The role of the European Council is to:
1. Define the general political directions and priorities of the European Union. It does not exercise legislative functions but sets the EU's policy agenda.
2. Acts as a collective presidency, representing the highest level of political cooperation between EU countries.
3. Brings together the heads of state or government of the member states, along with the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission.
4. Represents the EU globally in certain situations, particularly through the President of the European Council at the level of heads of state and government.
So, if we have to choose from the provided options, the closest one would be:
- Represents the EU globally
Please note that actual roles may slightly overlap and change over time, and the EU has many other institutions and bodies with various functions, such as representing the EU in external affairs more broadly - this role is often handled by the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.