the problern·of equality of women with men before the la~ and all matters rel~ting to marri~gc and fzmily relations. Article 15: In accordance with the principle laid down in Articla 20 of the GDR Constitution that all citizens are equ~l before the law, the GDR Civil Code in force since 1 January 1976 -11 - defines their leg31 status and legal capacity without distinction between t_he sexes. The principles and nur.ierous detailed pr·ovi­ s~ons of the Civil Code serve the interes~ of ~orking women and enhance their position in social and legal relations as determined by ci~il law. They include, for instance, provisions on the pro-. tection of personal right~, the organization 6f relat~ons in the acquisition and purchase of commodities, services, rents, the use of real estate for residential and recreational purposes, etc. The principles of 0omen's equality and of women's promotion in terms of civil law are also applied in the l$w of inheritance. Such contracts that contravene the principle of equality are null and void by virtue of Article 68, ~aiagraph 1 of the GDR Civil Code and in accordance with Article 20 of the GDR Constitution. No distinction is made between men and women also in the Code of Civil Procedure, which provides for their equal legal status in proceedings. Article 16: Since ' h .t: , sp eres o 1 women life, in the GOR enjoy the same rights as men in all they are no longer dependent on their husbQnd or the ·family in a broader sense. The motive for \',romen to get married is no lancer their wish to be maintained, but mutual ~ave , .., and respect. Hence also women can freely choose their partners. The Family Code stipulates the right of every citizen, male ~nd found a family. For the s~ke of the maturity that is indis­
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on the legal rights and status of women in the German Democratic Republic (GDR), specifically their equality with men in marriage and family relations. The text discusses the principles of equality in the GDR Civil Code and the Family Code, as well as the rights of women in inheritance and legal proceedings. The tone is informative and emphasizes the promotion of women's rights and equality.

**Category**
Education, Employment