Question 57
Who is usually elected President of the German Bundestag?
Deutsch: Wer wird meistens zur Präsidentin/zum Präsidenten des Deutschen Bundestages gewählt?
Answer options
- a former Federal Chancellor
- one member of parliament from the strongest parliamentary group✓ Correct answer
- the oldest member of parliament
- the Minister-President of the largest federal state
Explanation
The German Bundestag is the parliament of the Federal Republic of Germany. At the beginning of each new legislative period, the Bundestag elects a President from among its members. This office has an important role: the President of the Bundestag chairs the sessions, ensures compliance with the rules of procedure and represents the Bundestag externally. Traditionally, there are certain political customs that help to understand who is proposed and elected for this office.
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