After the signing of which treaty did the European Community come to be known as the European Union?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) The Treaty of Maastricht, 1992.

The Treaty of Maastricht, signed on 7 February 1992 and coming into force on 1 November 1993, officially established the European Union (EU), replacing the European Economic Community (EEC). This treaty introduced a three-pillar structure, including economic and monetary union, common foreign and security policy, and justice and home affairs cooperation. It also set the framework for the creation of the Euro currency.

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• Treaty of Maastricht (1992)
  • Established the European Union (EU).
  • Laid the foundation for the introduction of the Euro.
  • Created a three-pillar structure for governance.
  • Strengthened European integration in foreign policy and security.

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• Treaty of Lisbon (2007)

  • Reformed the EU's structure.
  • Enhanced the role of the European Parliament.
  • Simplified decision-making processes.

• Single European Act (1986)

  • Laid the foundation for a single market.
  • Allowed free movement of goods, services, capital, and labor.

• Treaty of Amsterdam (1997)

  • Amended Maastricht provisions.
  • Increased the power of EU institutions.
  • Introduced new social policies.