Which of these is a fundamental right in Switzerland?

Question

Which of these is a fundamental right in Switzerland?

Was ist ein Grundrecht in der Schweiz?

Correct answer: D

Aright to own weaponsRecht auf Waffenbesitz
Bright to a homeRecht auf eine Wohnung
Cright to a jobRecht auf einen Arbeitsplatz
Dfreedom of religion and conscienceGlaubens- und Gewissensfreiheit

Why

Freedom of religion and conscience is guaranteed in the Federal Constitution. Every person may freely choose their religion or have none.

Common mistakes

A: right to own weapons: Owning weapons is allowed in Switzerland, but strictly regulated. It is not a fundamental right.
B: right to a home: Enough housing is a goal of the state, but not a right that you can claim.
C: right to a job: Work is a goal of the state, but nobody has a right to a particular job.

Topic

Freedom of opinion, freedom of religion and the right to property

Fundamental rights are rights that every person has in relation to the state. They are in the Federal Constitution. The state must respect and protect them. It may only restrict them if there is a law and an important public reason for it. Most fundamental rights apply to all people in Switzerland, including foreigners. Without them, nobody could hold their own political opinion without fear.

Having a say: rights and obligations · Fundamental rights

Sources

Official question of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.