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What does the rule of law guarantee?
An official question of the French civic exam, with its answer and the official text that proves it, in French and English.
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Que garantit l’État de droit ?
What does the rule of law guarantee?
Answer. Respect for fundamental rights and the equality of everyone before the law.
Le respect des droits fondamentaux et l'égalité de tous devant la loi.
The rule of law protects citizens against arbitrary action. Even the State must respect the law, and independent judges oversee it.
The official text that proves it
« Le droit est donc supérieur aux pouvoirs et aux autorités politiques. Ce système garantit le respect des droits fondamentaux et de la démocratie. »
Law is therefore superior to political powers and authorities. This system guarantees respect for fundamental rights and for democracy.
In French, with its English meaning. read the official sheet
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