Basic rights · Question 1 of 56

In Germany, people may openly speak out against the government because …

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Answer

  • A freedom of expression applies here.

Explanation

Article 5 of the Basic Law guarantees everyone the right to freely express their opinion in speech, writing and pictures. This explicitly includes criticism of the government. Freedom of religion (Article 4), by contrast, protects faith, and the right to vote protects taking part in elections.

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