LatviaSatversme 39 · The Satversme (Constitution)

Where does the President (Valsts prezidents) give the solemn promise on taking office?

In the exam (Latvian)

Kur Valsts prezidents, stājoties amatā, dod svinīgo solījumu?

  1. aAt a sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers (Ministru kabinets)Ministru kabineta sēdē
  2. bAt a sitting of the Parliament (Saeima)Saeimas sēdēCorrect answer
  3. cAt a sitting of the Constitutional Court (Satversmes tiesa)Satversmes tiesas sēdē

Why?

According to Article 40 of the Constitution (Satversme), the President (Valsts prezidents) gives the solemn promise on taking office at a sitting of the Parliament (Saeima).

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