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Absolute Monarchies

Absolute Monarchies Most countries with monarchies have them as constitutional monarchies. Only 5 countries in world have absolute monarchy Brunei Oman Swaziland Saudi Arabia Vatican City

Absolute monarchies Monarch has absolute control over his people. Absolute monarchs often hereditary Often have political groups that they can disband at will.

Example: Saudi Arabia Executive Branch: Has a King’s Cabinet: 22 Minsters that he appoints In 2009 Secretary of Education was the first woman ever appointed.

Example: Saudi Arabia Legislative Branch: Consultative Council appointed by King to advise the king 150 members for 4 year renewable terms In 2003 Council announced intentions for 1/3 of Council to be elected, but no elections have taken place yet. 2013 30 women were appointed to the council.

Example: Saudi Arabia Judicial Branch: Supreme Council of Justice Use religious courts with justices appointed by the King. King acts as the highest court of appeal and has the power to pardon. Governed by Islamic Law What is this called?