What is the role of the President of the Republic?

Answer

Veiller au respect de la Constitution et garantir l'indépendance nationaleEnsuring that the Constitution is respected and guaranteeing national independence

Explanation

The President ensures that the Constitution is respected. He ensures the proper functioning of institutions and guarantees national independence.

Source: Constitution du 4 octobre 1958, article 5Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

What the law says

Official text, in French

Constitution du 4 octobre 1958, article 5

Le Président de la République veille au respect de la Constitution. Il assure, par son arbitrage, le fonctionnement régulier des pouvoirs publics ainsi que la continuité de l'État.
Il est le garant de l'indépendance nationale, de l'intégrité du territoire et du respect des traités.

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Official text (Conseil constitutionnel), checked on 16 October 2026.

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

Voter les lois du paysPassing the country’s laws
Juger les crimes les plus gravesJudging the most serious crimes
Veiller au respect de la Constitution et garantir l'indépendance nationaleEnsuring that the Constitution is respected and guaranteeing national independence (Correct answer)
Diriger les conseils municipauxRunning municipal councils

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