The Constitutional Defense Obligation of the Republic of Hungary

Abstract

The study examines the constitutional defense obligation of the Republic of Hungary, outlining its historical roots, legal framework, and practical implications. The author points out that this duty extends to the protection of the people’s freedom and sovereignty, the country’s independence and territorial integrity, as well as the borders enshrined in international treaties. The article analyzes in detail the subjects, objects, means, and scope of defense, along with the external and internal threats that justify the existence of this obligation. The aim of the study is to explore how constitutional provisions safeguard the state and society’s security in a changing international and domestic environment.