WEIMAR REPUBLIC 1919-1933 Flashcards
1
Q
What is article 48
A
Ability to rule by presidential degree
2
Q
Features of Weimar Gov
A
-democratic because of proportional representation
- universal suffrage for first time
Unlike in 2nd reich with unelected junkers
-elected president
- gov accountable to Reichstag
3
Q
What was the check and balance?
A
- President wasn’t allowed too much power
- could dissolve reichstag but needed to pass gov agendas into law
