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A constitutional monarchy is a form of government, combining two concepts: a Monarchy and a Constitutional Democracy.
A Constitutional Democracy is a form of republic where the base rules of government are spelled out in one or more "founding" documents. That is, the government's duties and functions are defined in writing; this may be supplemented by Common Law legal rulings to define a body of official law that describes how the government is to be conducted. One major component of this body of law is that the government is some form of democracy, with a citizenry able to vote and participate in government.
A Monarchy is a form of government where a single individual acts as absolute head of state. This individual's position is usually (but not always) hereditary.
The combination of the two yields a form of government where the Executive Branch is headed by a Monarch, while the Legislative and Judiciary branches are run on Constitutional grounds (i.e. founded in law and with citizen participation). In some forms, the Monarch continues to wield significant (or even perhaps absolute) Executive power, while in others, the Monarch is little more than a figurehead.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoIt means that Canada has a king or queen, however, it also has it's own government that is independent from the queen or king. The monarch is more symbolic, and does not really have any control over Canada.
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∙ 11y agoA constitutional monarchy is a form of government in which a monarch acts as head of state within the perimeters of a written constitution.
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∙ 11y agoWe have a Constitutional and our system is based on a parliamentary system that has a King or Queen.
But in Canada the Monarchy is purely ceremonial and has no real role or power.
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∙ 13y agoMean that Canada has a monarch.
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What does it mean to say that Canada is a bilingual nation?
Canada uses both English and French for official purposes.
What does in mean to say Canada is a bilingual country?
They have 2 official languages .
How do people say goodbye in Canada?
People in Canada speak English, so I imagine they would say 'bye'
How do you say 'Hi' in Canada?
Canada speaks English and French. So you can say 'Hi' or 'Bonjour".
Does it make sense to say I were born in Canada or you born in Canada?
No. The correct English is "I was born in Canada" and "You were born in Canada."
Do people have say in a constitutional monarchy?
Yes they do, constitutional monarchy runs elections which lets people to get to vote. Every legal citizen has a right to say.
Do people in a monarchy have a say?
Yes they do, constitutional monarchy runs elections which lets people to get to vote. Every legal citizen has a right to say.
A Monarchy is an example of what kind of government?
Monarchy comes in two varieties, absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy. That is to say, the monarch can be a dictator, or can preside over a more democratic state. In the absolute version, monarchy would be an example of autocracy. In the constitutional monarchy the ruler's powers are very limited because of the Constitution and laws of the nation.
Who has no say in monarchy?
In an absolute monarchy, only the monarch has power, so everyone other than the monarch has no power. In a constitutional monarchy, who is deprived of power depends entirely on the constitution in question.
What is the difference between a constitutional monarchies and traditional monarchies?
A constitutional monarchy is a form of government which the monarch acts as the head of state, not the prime minister/president. The prime minister is the head of government. Great example is the United Kingdom Queen Elizabeth II. As well having Parliamentary systems. The constitution limits the power of the government. A monarchy is where there is only one ruler the monarch, and has sole power as a ruler. She or he, is not pound to any law and is the supreme ruler. Actually, a monarchy is a general term, including all forms of government where the Head of State is a hereditary position. In a monarchy, the powers of the monarch vary greatly, according to the specific subtype of government form being used. A constitutional monarchy is a specific form of monarchy where the powers of the monarch are strictly defined by a constitution.
What is the United Kingdoms form of government?
The UK is a Constutional Monarchy. There is universal suffrage (the vote) for all over 18. Currently we have a Labour Government, (Ummm I'll say no more on that subject !) & Gordon Brown is the PM.
What government did England have when William Shakespeare was alive?
England was a Constitutional Monarchy, and still is. That is to say, that they had a king or queen, but the legislature (like the American Congress) was more powerful and made most of the laws.
What types of freedoms do people in Cambodia have?
The government is a elective constitutional monarchy. This means there is a prime minister and a monarchy at the head of state. Yet, the country has been rated as an authoritarian country. In 1997 coup overturned the government and analysts say the rule of law and freedoms have not taken hold. So, to answer this question I would say there are no freedoms at this time.
Is the monarchy a government in canada?
Canada has a constitutional monarchy. That means that while Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is our Head of State she is mainly a figurehead. She is represented by the Governor General in her absence. The Governor General has the power to say no to requests from the government, but usually the requests are accepted. Not that long ago there was an instance where some government members wanted to have a general vote only a couple years afterwards because they were going to lose on a vote and the Governor General said no, because they were abusing theyir power and a vote so soon was not needed and would be a waste of time, money, and energy.
What is a feature of a constitutional monarchy?
Constitutional monarchies vary considerably in form and function, from severely limited powers vested in the monarch to monarchs that are very strong and act as the head of an executive branch of government. It would even be possible to have a constitutional monarch elected, either for life or for a set term. It would be fair (and easy) to say that the only two features shared by all constitutional monarchies are a reigning monarch as head of state, and a formalized constitution defining and limiting the rights and powers of that monarch, perhaps defining duties and obligations of the monarchy, and/or defining and guaranteeing rights and privileges of the people.
is Irish taught in school in Canada?
If when you say Irish, you mean Gaelic, then no.
What does it mean to say that Canada is a bilingual nation?
Canada uses both English and French for official purposes.
