tjänsteplikt
Tjänsteplikt, often translated as service obligation or compulsory service, is a legal obligation for citizens to perform certain services for the state. This can take various forms, historically most commonly military service, but also extending to civil defense, social services, or other areas deemed essential by the government. The principle behind tjänsteplikt is that citizens have a duty to contribute to the well-being and security of their society.
The specifics of tjänsteplikt vary significantly between countries and over time. In many nations, military conscription
Beyond military duties, some countries have or have had forms of civilian tjänsteplikt. This could involve