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The German Basic Law: human dignity

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Helena Kaschel | Maximiliane Koschyk | Anna Wills graphic design
June 2, 2017

Which set of ethical values, rules and laws form the basis of German society today? Check out the "Grundgesetz," or Basic Law - Germany's constitution - to learn more. Article I deals with human dignity.

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