Which fundamental right does the Federal Constitution guarantee?
Welches Grundrecht garantiert die Bundesverfassung?
Correct answer: A
- A freedom of opiniondie Meinungsfreiheit
- B the right to Wi-Fidas Recht auf WLAN
- C the right to free education and continuing educationdas Recht auf kostenlose Aus- und Weiterbildung
- D keeping petsdas Halten von Haustieren
Why
Freedom of opinion is a central fundamental right. Without it, there would be no free discussion before elections and popular votes.
Common mistakes
- C: the right to free education and continuing education
- Only compulsory school is free of charge. There is no fundamental right to free education and continuing education.
- B: the right to Wi-Fi
- Internet and Wi-Fi are not a fundamental right.
Topic
Freedom of opinion, freedom of religion and the right to property
Fundamental rights are rights that every person has in relation to the state. They are in the Federal Constitution. The state must respect and protect them. It may only restrict them if there is a law and an important public reason for it. Most fundamental rights apply to all people in Switzerland, including foreigners. Without them, nobody could hold their own political opinion without fear.
Having a say: rights and obligations
Fundamental rights
Sources
Last checked: September 2026
Question 78 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.