Hungary's Political History Quiz

The Hungarian Socialist Workers' Party and its predecessors were deemed criminal organizations for establishing and maintaining an oppressive communist regime.

The communist regime's actions included suppressing the 1956 Hungarian Revolution and subsequent War of Independence, leading to bloodshed and forced exile of over 200,000 Hungarians.

The regime systematically violated human rights, including arbitrary arrests, imprisonment, torture, and deprivation of property.

The communist regime's economic policies resulted in the subjugation of Hungary's economy, national defense, diplomacy, and human resources to foreign interests, primarily the Soviet Union.

The communist regime's actions were categorized as crimes against the Hungarian people, ranging from crimes related to maintaining an oppressive rule to human rights abuses.

The communist regime's leaders were held responsible for their actions, with no statute of limitations, reflecting the severity of the crimes committed.

The communist regime's actions were aimed at destroying traditional European values, influencing the Hungarian people's cultural identity.

The communist regime's actions were seen as incompatible with the rule of law, leading to a new political and legal order following the free elections of 1990.

Political organizations that arose from the Hungarian Socialist Workers’ Party during the democratic transition must acknowledge their responsibility for the party's past actions and unlawfully acquired assets.

The operation of the communist dictatorship in Hungary must be transparently revealed and justice for societal grievances must be achieved.

To preserve the memory of the communist dictatorship, a Committee of National Memory will be established to investigate the operations of the dictatorship and the individuals and organizations involved.

Individuals who held power under the communist dictatorship have a responsibility to provide accurate statements about their actions, except for deliberately false information. Public access to their relevant personal information may be allowed.

State pensions or benefits provided to leaders of the communist dictatorship may be reduced, and the proceeds will be used to compensate for the harm caused by the dictatorship and honor the memory of victims.

Serious criminal offenses committed under the communist dictatorship in violation of the law, and left unprosecuted for political reasons, will not be considered time-barred.

The criminal offenses mentioned previously will become time-barred after the period stipulated in the applicable criminal law at the time of the offense, beginning from the date the Fundamental Law came into effect, provided that they would have become time-barred by May 1, 1990, under the criminal law in effect then.

Legal action for serious crimes committed under the communist dictatorship can be taken even if a significant amount of time has passed, ensuring accountability for past injustices.

Hungary ensures every citizen has access to social security, covering maternity, illness, disability, widowhood, and unemployment.

Hungary seeks to achieve social security by establishing social institutions and measures to aid individuals in need.

Hungary's social programs are designed to promote activities beneficial to the community.

The state pension system in Hungary aims to guarantee a dignified life for the elderly by combining social solidarity with voluntary social institutions.

Every individual has a right to physical and mental health, which Hungary promotes through various measures such as organic agriculture, access to healthy food and water, workplace safety, healthcare provision, sports & fitness, and environmental protection.

Hungary recognizes the importance of environmental health and holds individuals accountable for environmental damage.

Hungary prohibits the import of polluting waste for disposal within its territory.

The Hungarian state protects homes and strives to provide decent housing conditions and public service access for all citizens.

The right to vote in elections for the National Assembly, local representatives, and mayors, as well as for Members of the European Parliament.

Adults from other EU countries who live in Hungary can vote in local and EU elections, but not for the National Assembly.

Individuals recognized as refugees, immigrants, or residents in Hungary can vote in local elections.

A law can limit voting and standing for office based on domicile, potentially adding further eligibility requirements.

Everyone has the right to fair and impartial handling of their affairs by the authorities, within a reasonable timeframe. Decisions made by officials must be justified.

Citizens have the right to participate in referendums, which are votes on specific issues, at the national and local levels. These referendums are often held at the same time as elections.

Every Hungarian citizen is entitled to hold public office based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

Certain public offices cannot be held by members or officials of political parties. These offices are defined by law.

The National Assembly can decide, with a two-thirds majority vote, to dismiss the Prime Minister candidate due to lacking necessary qualifications, incompatibility, or conflict of interest.

One-fifth of the National Assembly members can propose a no-confidence motion against the Prime Minister, along with a designated replacement candidate.

If the National Assembly supports a motion of no confidence, it removes the current Prime Minister and elects the proposed replacement candidate in the motion.

The Prime Minister can request a confidence vote to test the National Assembly's support for their leadership.

If the National Assembly does not support the Prime Minister in a confidence vote proposed by the Prime Minister, the Prime Minister is considered to have lost confidence and must step down.

The Prime Minister can link a Government proposal with a confidence vote, meaning the National Assembly's rejection of the proposal will result in the Prime Minister losing confidence.

The National Assembly must decide on a confidence vote within 3 to 8 days after the motion is submitted.

The Government acts as a caretaker administration until a new Government is formed. It is limited in its actions, such as international treaty approval and decree issuance.

The Hungarian National Assembly has the power to establish independent regulatory bodies that carry out specific executive functions through a cardinal Act.

These independent bodies are led by a head who is appointed either by the Prime Minister or, if suggested by the Prime Minister, by the President.

The head of the independent body is responsible for reporting the body's activities to the National Assembly on an annual basis.

The head of the independent body, with authorization by an Act, can issue decrees within their specific area of expertise.

The head of the independent body can delegate the power to issue decrees to their designated deputy.

The Constitutional Court is the primary body safeguarding the Hungarian Fundamental Law.

The Constitutional Court serves as the primary defender of the Fundamental Law, ensuring that all actions align with its principles.

The Fundamental Law is the highest legal document of the Hungarian state, outlining the core principles and structure of the government.