Bundestag

Definition

The Bundestag is the federal parliament of Germany, which serves as the principal legislative body within its bicameral system. It is responsible for enacting laws, electing the German Chancellor, and overseeing the government's work.

Related terms

Bicameralism:

A legislative system divided into two separate chambers or houses, often with different functions or powers.

Legislation: The process of making or enacting laws.

Chancellor: In some parliamentary systems, notably Germany's, the head of government who is elected by and responsible to the legislature