GENERAL QUESTION · 16
Leben in der Demokratie · BAMF 07.05.2025
When is freedom of expression restricted in Germany?
Official German wording
Wann ist die Meinungsfreiheit in Deutschland eingeschränkt?
Answer options
- Awhen false claims about individual persons are publicly spreadCorrect answer
- Bwhen opinions are expressed about the federal government
- Cin discussions about religions
- Din criticism of the state
EDITORIAL LEARNING AID
Why is this answer correct?
Freedom of expression is limited by the general laws (Article 5(2) of the Basic Law), for example by the law on insult and defamation: anyone who publicly spreads false facts about individuals is liable to prosecution. Criticism of the government, discussions about religions and criticism of the state, by contrast, are permitted.
False claims about people are punishable, criticism of the state is not.
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