Guardians of the Constitution - Germany’s Constitutional Court Turns 60 | People & Politics

DW (English) 2011-09-23

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The Bundesverfassungsgericht is Germany’s highest authority on legal matters, with the power to overturn legislation. Its ultimate purpose is to protect the country’s constitution – which has often meant getting embroiled in politics. Critics say it’s too powerful, but the Constitutional Court enjoys widespread support among the population.

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