Question 22
Which fundamental right is guaranteed in Article 1 of the Basic Law of the Federal Republic of Germany?
German original: Welches Grundrecht ist in Artikel 1 des Grundgesetzes der Bundesrepublik Deutschland garantiert?. In the test, all questions are asked in German.
Answer options
- the inviolability of human dignity — Correct answer
- the right to life
- freedom of religion
- freedom of opinion
Explanation
Article 1 of the Basic Law protects the inviolability of human dignity. It is the supreme fundamental right and deliberately placed first. Religious freedom and freedom of expression follow in Articles 4 and 5.
Key terms in this question
- Germany — Germany is a country in central Europe with a parliamentary democracy. It is a member of the European Union and its capital is Berlin.
- Federal Republic — The Federal Republic of Germany is the official name of the German state. It consists of 16 federal states and is a democratic republic.
- Which — An interrogative word used to ask about a specific thing or person from a group. It is used to request a choice or identification.
- Which — An interrogative word used to ask about a selection from a group (e.g., 'Which party won?').
- Basic Law — The Basic Law is the constitution of the Federal Republic of Germany. It defines the fundamental rights of citizens and the structure of the state.
- law / right — A rule established by the state that applies to everyone in a country. It can also mean a personal entitlement or freedom that a person is guaranteed.
- law — A law is a binding rule established by the state that applies to all people in a country. Laws regulate how people live together and must be followed by everyone.
- Federal state — A federal state is one of the 16 regions that together form Germany. Each state has its own government, parliament, and areas of responsibility.