Constitutional Monarchy
Definition
A Constitutional Monarchy is a form of government where a king or queen acts as Head of State within parameters set by a constitution. They have ceremonial duties rather than governing responsibilities.
Analogy
Imagine if your school principal was just there for pep rallies and graduation ceremonies while all decisions about school policies were made by student council. That's kind-of how constitutional monarchy works!
Related terms
Absolute Monarchy: A type of government where all power resides with one ruler who isn't bound by laws or constitution - opposite to constitutional monarchy.
Constitutional Law: The body of law defining relationship between different entities within state - typically parliament, executive & judiciary branches.
Monarch's Role in Government: In constitutional monarchy, it's largely ceremonial with real political power lying with elected representatives.
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Who led the Glorious Revolution to establish a constitutional monarchy?
Which European country experienced a revolution in 1688 that resulted in the Glorious Revolution and a shift towards a constitutional monarchy?
How did Absolute Monarchy in France during Louis XIV’s reign compare with Constitutional Monarchy in England after the Glorious Revolution?
Which event marked the beginning of Britain's move towards constitutional monarchy?
Which event resulted in a constitutional monarchy in England?
Which event led to a transition from absolute monarchy to constitutional monarchy in England?
Which event marked the beginning of constitutional monarchy in Britain?
What was one major international consequence of England's transition from absolutist monarchy to constitutional monarchy after the Glorious Revolution?
Who was responsible for England's transition into a constitutional monarchy during the late seventeenth century?
What event was integral for the establishment of constitutional monarchy in England?
What event led to a shift from absolutism to constitutional monarchy in England?
Which country is recognized for developing constitutional monarchy during this era?
Which European country is associated with the development of constitutional monarchy during the Age of Absolutism and Constitutionalism?
What key event established England as a constitutional monarchy during this period?
Which document set precedent for constitutional monarchy in England?
Which event facilitated the establishment of a constitutional monarchy in England?
If Louis XVI had accepted constitutional monarchy during French Revolution instead resisting it, how is it most likely to impact France’s political landscape?
Which factor was critical to Britain's shift from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy in the late 17th century?
How might the evolution of global markets differ if England had not transitioned to a constitutional monarchy after the Glorious Revolution?
Which king's reign marked the beginning of Britain's constitutional monarchy?
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