Some critiqued Paul VI's decision; the newly created Synod of Bishops had an advisory role only and could not make decisions on their own, although the Council decided exactly that. During the pontificate of Paul VI, five such synods took place, and he is on record of implementing all their decisions. Related questions were raised about the new National Bishop Conferences, which became mandatory after Vatican II. Others questioned his Ostpolitik and contacts with Communism and the deals he engaged in for the faithful. COUNT 5
QSN1 How many Synod of Bishops took place during Paul VI's papacy? ANS1 five QSN2 What conferences became a requirement after Vatican II? ANS2 National Bishop Conferences QSN3 What political movement was Paul VI criticized for having a relationship with? ANS3 Communism QSN4 The Council, under Paul VI, decided whom could make decisions independently of Rome? ANS4 Bishops QSN5 How many of his bishop's decisions did Paul VI end up enacting? ANS5 all