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Which Swiss executive power is the Federal Assembly responsible for electing?

A real Swiss naturalisation exam question. Answer from memory, then check.

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The correct answer

  • Federal Council

Why

The Federal Assembly, composed of the National Council and the Council of States, is responsible for electing the seven members of the Federal Council. This process ensures parliamentary control over the Swiss executive.

  • Federal Council
  • Administrative Council
  • Council of States
  • National Council

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