Multiple choice general knowledge

How fast does German law by (2004) require the decision about the name of a newborn?

  1. The maximum period is different from one federal state to another

  2. Within half a year

  3. There is no limit, one can wait as long as one sees fit

  4. Within a week
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Explanation

German civil law (Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch) requires parents to register their newborn's name within one week of birth at the civil registry office (Standesamt). This strict naming law ensures children receive names that are not detrimental to their welfare, and the week-long deadline is standardized across all federal states.

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