Valgbarheden
Valgbarheden refers to the eligibility of a person to be elected to a public office. In most democratic systems, there are specific criteria that must be met to qualify for holding elected positions. These criteria often include age requirements, citizenship, residency, and a clean criminal record. For instance, a common age requirement for national legislative bodies might be 18 or 21 years old, while higher offices like president or prime minister often have a higher age threshold.
Citizenship is typically a fundamental requirement, ensuring that those who represent the people are members of
The specific rules governing valgbarheden vary significantly between countries and even between different levels of government