The Federal Republic of Germany has a three-tier administrative structure. What is the name of the lowest political level?
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Correct answer to question 69: Municipalities
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The lowest political level of Germany's three-tier administration (federation, states, municipalities) is the municipality (Gemeinde). Their right to self-government is guaranteed by Article 28(2) of the Basic Law and underpins local administration close to the citizen.
The question in German, as it appears in the test
Die Bundesrepublik Deutschland hat einen dreistufigen Verwaltungsaufbau. Wie heißt die unterste politische Stufe?
Last updated: November 2026
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