#53German state and constitutionAuf Deutsch

Was bedeutet "Rechtsstaat" in Deutschland?

What does "Rechtsstaat" (constitutional state) mean in Germany?

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ADer Staat hat Recht.
BEs gibt nur rechte Parteien.
CDie Bürgerinnen und Bürger entscheiden über Gesetze.
DDer Staat muss die Gesetze einhalten.

Explanation

The term "Rule of Law" means that the state is bound by the law and must adhere to it. This ensures that the rights of citizens are protected and that state power is not exercised arbitrarily. A rule of law promotes legal certainty and equality before the law.

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