Institutions and politics

Qu'est-ce que l'État de droit ?What is the rule of law (État de droit)?

Answer

Un État où tous, y compris les dirigeants, doivent respecter la loiA State where everyone, including those in power, must respect the law

Explanation

In a State governed by the rule of law, everyone respects the law, even the State and its leaders. Independent judges ensure this.

Source: vie-publique.fr – Qu'est-ce que l'État de droit ?Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

Un État où le chef décide seul de ce qui est justeA State where the leader alone decides what is right
Un État où la loi ne s'applique qu'aux étrangersA State where the law applies only to foreigners
Un État où les juges obéissent au gouvernementA State where judges obey the government
Un État où tous, y compris les dirigeants, doivent respecter la loiA State where everyone, including those in power, must respect the law (Correct answer)

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