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According to the Italian Constitution, what is Italy founded on?
According to the Italian Constitution, what is Italy founded on?
What does the Republic expect in terms of fundamental duties from its citizens?
What does the Republic expect in terms of fundamental duties from its citizens?
According to the Italian Constitution, all citizens have equal social dignity and are equal before the law without distinctions of various factors. What is NOT mentioned as a factor for distinction?
According to the Italian Constitution, all citizens have equal social dignity and are equal before the law without distinctions of various factors. What is NOT mentioned as a factor for distinction?
What right does the Republic recognize for all citizens according to the Italian Constitution?
What right does the Republic recognize for all citizens according to the Italian Constitution?
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What is the duty of every citizen according to the Italian Constitution in terms of societal contribution?
What is the duty of every citizen according to the Italian Constitution in terms of societal contribution?
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How is the Republic described in terms of its unity according to the Italian Constitution?
How is the Republic described in terms of its unity according to the Italian Constitution?
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What is the Italian government's stance on war?
What is the Italian government's stance on war?
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How does the Italian legal system relate to international law?
How does the Italian legal system relate to international law?
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In Italy, how are relationships between the State and religious denominations regulated?
In Italy, how are relationships between the State and religious denominations regulated?
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What is the significance of the Italian flag being a tricolour?
What is the significance of the Italian flag being a tricolour?
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How does Italy promote peace among nations?
How does Italy promote peace among nations?
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How does Italy treat animals according to the text?
How does Italy treat animals according to the text?
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Study Notes
Fundamental Principles of the Italian Constitution
- Italy is a democratic Republic founded on labor, and sovereignty belongs to the people.
- The Republic recognizes and guarantees the inviolable rights of the person, both as an individual and in social groups.
- The Republic expects citizens to fulfill fundamental duties of political, economic, and social solidarity.
Equal Rights and Dignity
- All citizens have equal social dignity and are equal before the law, without distinction of sex, race, language, religion, political opinion, or personal and social conditions.
- The Republic has the duty to remove obstacles that constrain the freedom and equality of citizens.
Right to Work and Social Contribution
- The Republic recognizes the right of all citizens to work and promotes conditions that render this right effective.
- Every citizen has the duty to perform an activity or function that contributes to the material or spiritual progress of society.
Unity and Autonomy of the Republic
- The Republic is one and indivisible, and recognizes and promotes local autonomies.
- The Republic implements the fullest measure of administrative decentralization in state services.
Protection of Linguistic Minorities
- The Republic safeguards linguistic minorities through appropriate measures.
Relations with the Catholic Church
- The State and the Catholic Church are independent and sovereign, each within its own sphere.
- The Lateran pacts regulate the relations between the State and the Catholic Church.
Freedom of Religion
- All religious denominations are equally free before the law.
- Denominations other than Catholicism have the right to self-organization according to their own statutes.
Promotion of Culture and Environment
- The Republic promotes the development of culture and scientific and technical research.
- The Republic safeguards the natural beauties and the historical and artistic heritage of the Nation.
- The Republic safeguards the environment, biodiversity, and ecosystems, also in the interest of future generations.
International Relations
- The Italian legal system conforms to the generally recognized principles of international law.
- The legal status of foreigners is regulated by law in conformity with international provisions and treaties.
- A foreigner who is denied the actual exercise of democratic freedoms in their home country is entitled to the right of asylum under the conditions established by law.
Rejection of War and Promotion of International Organizations
- Italy rejects war as an instrument of aggression against the freedom of other peoples and as a means for the settlement of international disputes.
- Italy agrees to the limitations of sovereignty necessary for a world order ensuring peace and justice among nations.
- Italy promotes and encourages international organizations furthering such ends.
National Flag
- The flag of the Republic is the Italian tricolour: green, white, and red, in three vertical bands of equal size.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamental principles of the Italian Constitution from 1948 to its last revision in 2022. Questions cover key articles such as Art 1 on Italy as a democratic Republic founded on labour and Art 2 on the inviolable rights of individuals and social groups.
