What is the supreme legislative body of the Fraternity?

• A. National Convention
• B. Foundation Board
• C. Executive Council
• D. Bylaws Committee

Answer: (A)

The question is testing who has the authority to set national policy and make major, binding decisions for the Fraternity. The correct answer is the National Convention, which serves as the supreme legislative body. At this gathering, delegates from chapters (and often alumni groups) come together to vote on changes to the national constitution and bylaws, approve major policies, and elect national officers. These decisions apply to the entire fraternity, governing how it operates nationwide.

The other bodies have more limited roles. The Foundation Board oversees the fraternity’s philanthropic foundation and its funds, handling charitable and financial matters rather than national policy. The Executive Council functions as the governing body that carries out the policies and directions set by the convention and manages day-to-day operations in between conventions. The Bylaws Committee is a working group that drafts proposed bylaws and amendments, but it does not enact laws on its own—the convention votes on those changes.