363. For how many years is the Hessian Landtag elected?

Answer options

1. 3
2. 4
3. 5
4. 6

Explanation

The legislative term (Wahlperiode) of the Hessian Landtag is five years, established by the Hessian Constitution and the state electoral law. Article 28(1) of the Basic Law requires periodic, democratic elections in the Länder but leaves the precise term length to state law. Many Länder shifted from four- to five-year terms to enhance governmental stability and planning certainty. Early dissolution and snap elections remain constitutionally possible under defined conditions, as illustrated by Hesse’s early election in 2009.