Language: English
Question 262 · Federal question
What does the principle of equal treatment mean in Germany?
German original (as asked in the real test)
Was bedeutet in Deutschland der Grundsatz der Gleichbehandlung?
- A Niemand darf z.B. wegen einer Behinderung benachteiligt werden. ✓ Correct answer
- B Man darf andere Personen benachteiligen, wenn ausreichende persönliche Gründe hierfür vorliegen.
- C Niemand darf gegen Personen klagen, wenn sie benachteiligt wurden.
- D Es ist für alle Gesetz, benachteiligten Gruppen jährlich Geld zu spenden.
Translation
What does the principle of equal treatment mean in Germany?
- A No one may be disadvantaged, for example, because of a disability. ✓ Correct answer
- B One may disadvantage other people if there are sufficient personal reasons for it.
- C No one may file a lawsuit against people if they have been disadvantaged.
- D It is a law for everyone to donate money annually to disadvantaged groups.
Explanation
The principle of equal treatment in Germany means no one may be disadvantaged for reasons such as disability, origin or religion, under Article 3 of the Basic Law.
Tips
- Equal treatment protects people from discrimination, it never permits it for personal reasons.
- The Basic Law guarantees rights and protections here, not a duty to donate money.
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