Question 34 of 350 · The Federal Parliament
How often do voters elect the Federal Parliament?
Wie oft wählen die Stimmbürgerinnen und Stimmbürger das Bundesparlament?
Correct answer: C
Why
The legislative period lasts four years. After that, the people elect the National Council and the Council of States again.
Common mistakes
- A: every 6 years
- Six years is the term of office of federal judges, not of Parliament.
- B: every 2 years
- Two years would be too short. Parliament is elected every four years.
Topic
National Council and Council of States
The Swiss Parliament is called the Federal Assembly. It has two chambers: the National Council and the Council of States. The National Council has 200 members. It represents the people. Large cantons have more seats than small ones. The Council of States has 46 members. It mainly represents the cantons. Each canton has two seats, the six former half-cantons one each. Together there are 246 members.
How the state works · The Federal Parliament
Sources
Official question of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.