Interpretation of Article 99, Paragraph 1 of the General Principles of the Civil Law of the People's Republic of China and Article 22 of the Marriage Law of the People's Republic of China by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress

This document provides an official interpretation by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on the application of specific provisions in the General Principles of the Civil Law and the Marriage Law regarding the right to name and surname selection. It clarifies the legal scope and conditions under which citizens may choose or change their surnames.