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Wie kann jemand, der den Holocaust leugnet, bestraft werden?

Q: How can someone who denies the Holocaust be punished?

With imprisonment up to five years or a fine. In Germany, Holocaust denial is illegal and is considered a serious offense. The Criminal Code (StGB) prohibits incitement to hatred against national, racial, religious, or ethnic groups, including calls to actions that could lead to their destruction. Such actions are punishable by imprisonment because they contradict Germany's commitment to peace and international unity.

How can someone who denies the Holocaust be punished?

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Correct answer

With imprisonment up to five years or a fine

Explanation

In Germany, Holocaust denial is illegal and is considered a serious offense. The Criminal Code (StGB) prohibits incitement to hatred against national, racial, religious, or ethnic groups, including calls to actions that could lead to their destruction. Such actions are punishable by imprisonment because they contradict Germany's commitment to peace and international unity.