In Germany, parents can decide until their child is 14 years old whether they will participate in ... at school.

1. history lessons.
2. religious education. ✓
3. political education.
4. language lessons.

In Germany, the state respects the parents' right to guide their children's religious upbringing until the age of 14. Interestingly, students can often choose an 'Ethics' class as an alternative to religious education!