La Paz is the administrative capital of Bolivia. What is the constitutional capital?

• A. Sucre
• B. La Paz
• C. Cochabamba
• D. Santa Cruz

Answer: (A)

Bolivia has two capitals by design: the administrative capital is La Paz, where the government operates, while the constitutional capital is Sucre, named in the constitution as the official capital and the historic seat of the judiciary. This arrangement reflects a historical compromise that keeps Sucre as the symbolic and constitutional center, even though the daily workings of the government take place in La Paz. So, Sucre is the constitutional capital because that status is enshrined in Bolivia’s constitutional framework, while La Paz handles the executive and administrative functions. The other major cities, such as Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, are important hubs but are not designated capitals.