Question 81
Who elects the Federal Chancellor in Germany?
Deutsch: Wer wählt die Bundeskanzlerin/den Bundeskanzler in Deutschland?
Answer options
- the people
- the Federal Council
- the Bundestag✓ Correct answer
- the Federal Convention
Explanation
The question relates to the political system of the Federal Republic of Germany. In Germany, there are several constitutional bodies such as the Bundestag, Bundesrat and Federal Assembly, which have different tasks. The election of top political offices follows fixed rules laid down in the Basic Law. In order to find the right answer, you have to know which body is responsible for electing the federal government and how this body is composed.
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