English Module 1: Government and CitizenshipThe concept of citizenship relates to a legal relationship between the individual and the state. Most people in the world are legal citizens of one or another nation state, and this entitles them to certain privileges or rights. Being a citizen also imposes certain duties in terms of what the state expects from individuals under its jurisdiction. Thus, citizens fulfil certain obligations to their state and in return they may expect protection of their vital interests. Nowadays "citizenship" is much more than a legal construction and relates – amongst other things – to one's personal sense of belonging, for instance the sense of belonging to a community which you can shape and influence directly.
The concept of citizenship relates to a legal relationship between the individual and the state. Most people in the world are legal citizens of one or another nation state, and this entitles them to certain privileges or rights. Being a citizen also imposes certain duties in terms of what the state expects from individuals under its jurisdiction. Thus, citizens fulfil certain obligations to their state and in return they may expect protection of their vital interests. Nowadays "citizenship" is much more than a legal construction and relates – amongst other things – to one's personal sense of belonging, for instance the sense of belonging to a community which you can shape and influence directly.
The right to a
nationality is extremely important because of its implications for the daily
lives of individuals in every country. Being a recognised citizen of a country
has many legal benefits, which may include – depending on the country – the
rights to vote, to hold public office, to social security, to health services,
to public education, to permanent residency, to own land, or to engage in
employment, amongst others.
The right to a
nationality is extremely important because of its implications for the daily
lives of individuals in every country. Being a recognised citizen of a country
has many legal benefits, which may include – depending on the country – the
rights to vote, to hold public office, to social security, to health services,
to public education, to permanent residency, to own land, or to engage in
employment, amongst others.
Participation, in political and cultural life, is a fundamental human
right recognised in a number of international human rights treaties, starting
with Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which provides for the right to
participate in government and free elections, the right to participate in the
cultural life of the community, the right to peaceful assembly and association,
and the right to join trade unions. Participation is also a core principle of
human rights and is also a condition for effective democratic citizenship for
all people.
Participation, in political and cultural life, is a fundamental human
right recognised in a number of international human rights treaties, starting
with Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which provides for the right to
participate in government and free elections, the right to participate in the
cultural life of the community, the right to peaceful assembly and association,
and the right to join trade unions. Participation is also a core principle of
human rights and is also a condition for effective democratic citizenship for
all people.
All matters concerning Greek Citizenship, including the right to Greek Citizenship, the exercise of this right and mandatory prerequisites, are governed by the Greek Nationality (or Citizenship) Code (Law No. 1438/1984), along with the related legislation (mainly Law No. 3284 / 2004).
Simplified instructions on the acquisition of Greek citizenship can be found on the following link: https://www.synigoros.gr/resources/howcanibecomeagreekcitizen.pdf
All matters concerning Greek Citizenship, including the right to Greek Citizenship, the exercise of this right and mandatory prerequisites, are governed by the Greek Nationality (or Citizenship) Code (Law No. 1438/1984), along with the related legislation (mainly Law No. 3284 / 2004).
Simplified instructions on the acquisition of Greek citizenship can be found on the following link: https://www.synigoros.gr/resources/howcanibecomeagreekcitizen.pdf
Italy has a Parliamentary Republic type of government, complete with the Executive, Judiciary, and Legislative divisions. The 1948 Constitution provides the framework for Italy’s government. The Constitutional Court monitors government’s actions to ensure they uphold the Constitution. Italy’s President is the head of state and a symbol of national unity. Both houses of Parliament elect the President for a seven- year term and may be re-elected after the completion of the first term.
The President is tasked to appoint the Prime Minister as well as five judges to the Constitutional Court. The President checks legislation to verify their constitutionality and can veto a bill and warrant parliament to re-draft the bill. The President declares war and ratifies international treaties with approval from parliament. The president heads the Supreme Council of Defence, being the commander of the armed forces, and the Supreme Council of Defence.
The President appoints the Prime Minister and assumes the position after Parliament’s approval. The premier chooses the ministers for various departments to form the government. The government must win the approval of a parliamentary majority through a vote of confidence. The government oversees the nation’s executive functions including implementation of public policy. The government can also table new bills in the legislature. The prime Minister is also the president of the council of ministers.
Italy has a bicameral parliamentary system that is comprised of two houses of parliament. 630 members represent constituencies in the Chamber of Deputies while 315 members represent regions in the Senate. Both houses have similar powers and approve bills into legislation. Deputies are required by law to be between 18 and 25 years while Senators are between 25 to 40 years. The Deputies and Senators are elected for five-year terms. The Parliament can warrant the government to resign if they give a vote of no confidence.
Italy has a Parliamentary Republic type of government, complete with the Executive, Judiciary, and Legislative divisions. The 1948 Constitution provides the framework for Italy’s government. The Constitutional Court monitors government’s actions to ensure they uphold the Constitution. Italy’s President is the head of state and a symbol of national unity. Both houses of Parliament elect the President for a seven- year term and may be re-elected after the completion of the first term.
The President is tasked to appoint the Prime Minister as well as five judges to the Constitutional Court. The President checks legislation to verify their constitutionality and can veto a bill and warrant parliament to re-draft the bill. The President declares war and ratifies international treaties with approval from parliament. The president heads the Supreme Council of Defence, being the commander of the armed forces, and the Supreme Council of Defence.
The President appoints the Prime Minister and assumes the position after Parliament’s approval. The premier chooses the ministers for various departments to form the government. The government must win the approval of a parliamentary majority through a vote of confidence. The government oversees the nation’s executive functions including implementation of public policy. The government can also table new bills in the legislature. The prime Minister is also the president of the council of ministers.
Italy has a bicameral parliamentary system that is comprised of two houses of parliament. 630 members represent constituencies in the Chamber of Deputies while 315 members represent regions in the Senate. Both houses have similar powers and approve bills into legislation. Deputies are required by law to be between 18 and 25 years while Senators are between 25 to 40 years. The Deputies and Senators are elected for five-year terms. The Parliament can warrant the government to resign if they give a vote of no confidence.
Bulgarian nationality law is governed by the Constitution of Bulgaria and the citizenship law of 1999 (with changes made in various years through to 2009). The Bulgarian Ministry of Justice is in charge of processing citizenship applications.
Every Bulgarian citizen is also a citizen of the European Union.
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Bulgarian nationality law is governed by the Constitution of Bulgaria and the citizenship law of 1999 (with changes made in various years through to 2009). The Bulgarian Ministry of Justice is in charge of processing citizenship applications.
Every Bulgarian citizen is also a citizen of the European Union.
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If you have resided in Denmark for a number of years it is possible to apply for Danish Citizenship. Application for Danish citizenship is processed by the Ministry for Immigration and Integration.
Learn more at: https://uim.dk/ and https://uim.dk/arbejdsomrader/statsborgerskab/in-english
If you have resided in Denmark for a number of years it is possible to apply for Danish Citizenship. Application for Danish citizenship is processed by the Ministry for Immigration and Integration.
Learn more at: https://uim.dk/ and https://uim.dk/arbejdsomrader/statsborgerskab/in-english
If you have resided in Cyprus for 7 years or more, you are allowed to apply for citizenship. Application for Cypriot citizenship is processed by the Civil Registry Migration Department.
Learn more at: http://www.moi.gov.cy/moi/CRMD/crmd.nsf/All/E84172965E9BEEC6C2257D1E0025C46A?OpenDocument
If you have resided in Cyprus for 7 years or more, you are allowed to apply for citizenship. Application for Cypriot citizenship is processed by the Civil Registry Migration Department.
Learn more at: http://www.moi.gov.cy/moi/CRMD/crmd.nsf/All/E84172965E9BEEC6C2257D1E0025C46A?OpenDocument
All citizens of an EU country are automatically citizens of the EU. Being an EU citizen gives you some important extra rights and responsibilities such as live and move within the EU, participate in the political life of the EU etc.
To learn more visit the website of the European Commission:
https://europa.eu/european-union/about-eu/eu-citizenship_en
All citizens of an EU country are automatically citizens of the EU. Being an EU citizen gives you some important extra rights and responsibilities such as live and move within the EU, participate in the political life of the EU etc.
To learn more visit the website of the European Commission:
https://europa.eu/european-union/about-eu/eu-citizenship_en
Executive branch |  | Approve and judge laws |
Legislative branch | Creates the laws | |
Judicial branch | Enforce the law |
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| Exercise | Result | Your answer | Correct answer |
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