Opvraging

Opvraging is a Danish term used to describe the act of calling someone to account or demanding explanations for actions, statements, or policies. It is employed in politics, journalism, law, and organizational governance as a mechanism to promote transparency and accountability. In public discourse, opvraging can take the form of questions from journalists, parliamentary inquiries, regulatory investigations, or formal complaints to authorities. In media, it is a central practice of investigative reporting, where questions are raised to verify facts and challenge official narratives. In the administrative sphere, opvraging supports oversight through audits, compliance checks, and performance reviews.

The concept emphasizes accountability rather than punishment and is often framed within standards of due process, evidence, and proportional response. It interacts with related notions such as transparency, oversight, whistleblowing, and fact-checking. Debates around opvraging sometimes center on balance between free inquiry and the risk of defamation or harassment, with safeguards including legal standards for evidence, clear sourcing, and fair procedures.

In contemporary usage, opvraging can be carried out by individuals, media organizations, or institutions and is seen as a tool to reveal information that may otherwise remain undisclosed. The term is primarily used in Danish and Norwegian contexts, with cognates in other Scandinavian languages.