75 years of the Basic Law: The roots of German democracy
75 years of the Basic Law: The roots of German democracy
Germany was faced with pioneering change 75 years ago when the Basic Law was adopted as the basis for a new democracy. The establishment of this constitution marked a crucial step towards democratic values and norms after the country was in ruins through war and crew. Originally intended as a temporary solution, the Basic Law has developed into a stable foundation that protects the fundamental rights and obligations of the citizens and distributes government power to institutional borders.
The origin of the Basic Law was largely driven by Konrad Adenauer, the President of the Parliamentary Council, and on May 23, 1949. It was an act of fresh start and self -determination that set the course for democratic development. The Allies, which had occupied Germany after the war, played an important role in the design of the Basic Law and ensuring that democratic principles were observed.
Despite the difficult circumstances and the weak starting point, Germany managed to pave the way to a democratic and rule of law through the introduction of the Basic Law. The fundamental rights set out in the Basic Law form the backbone of an open society, freedom of expression, equality and the rule of law. Even after 75 years, the Basic Law remains an important document that forms the basis for the democratic order in Germany.