What is the main function of the European Council in the European Union? option_A: Presents legislative proposals to the Member States for their implementation. option_B: Adopts directives and legislative regulations in conjunction with the European Parliament. option_C: It is the judicial organ of the European Union that interprets EU law. option_D: Defines the general political direction of the European Union and meets with the Presidents of the Member States. Explanation: The European Council defines the general political direction of the European Union and meets with the Presidents of the Member States. This function distinguishes it clearly from the Council of the European Union, which is the legislative body where ministers from the Member States work together to adopt legislation.