Question 37
Which right is one of the fundamental rights in Germany?
German original: Welches Recht gehört zu den Grundrechten in Deutschland?. In the test, all questions are asked in German.
Answer options
- Possession of weapons
- The law of the fist
- Freedom of opinion — Correct answer
- Vigilante justice
Explanation
Freedom of expression is enshrined as a fundamental right in Art. 5 of the Basic Law. Driving, consuming alcohol, and possessing firearms are not fundamental rights but legally regulated permissions.
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.
- 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?').
- 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.
- fundamental rights — Fundamental rights are the most important rights guaranteed to every person in Germany, enshrined in the Basic Law (Grundgesetz). They include, for example, freedom of expression, freedom of religion, and human dignity.
- 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.
- fundamental right — A fundamental right is a basic right guaranteed to every person or citizen by the constitution, which cannot easily be restricted. In Germany, these rights are enshrined in the Basic Law (Grundgesetz), such as freedom of speech or freedom of religion.
- German — German is the official language of Germany, Austria, and part of Switzerland. It is the native language of approximately 100 million people.