GENERAL QUESTION · 1
Leben in der Demokratie · BAMF 07.05.2025
In Germany, people are allowed to say things openly against the government because …
Official German wording
In Deutschland dürfen Menschen offen etwas gegen die Regierung sagen, weil …
Answer options
- Afreedom of religion applies here.
- Bpeople pay taxes.
- Cpeople have the right to vote.
- Dfreedom of expression applies here.Correct answer
EDITORIAL LEARNING AID
Why is this answer correct?
Freedom of expression is guaranteed in Article 5(1) of the Basic Law and expressly protects criticism of the government as well. Freedom of religion (Article 4) and the right to vote (Article 38) have nothing to do with it, and paying taxes is not a precondition for stating one's opinion.
Article 5 of the Basic Law: free expression — even against the government.
This translation and explanation are editorial learning aids. The official German wording and answer key govern the examination.
Source
Official BAMF question catalogue dated 7 May 2025. BAMF