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List of forms of governmentA constitutional monarchy, or a limited monarchy, is a form of constitutional government, wherein either an elected or hereditary monarch is the head of state, unlike in an absolute monarchy, wherein the king or the queen is the sole source of political power, as he or she is not legally bound by the national constitution. The constitutional monarchy's government and its law are the government and the law of a limited monarchy. Most constitutional monarchies have a parliamentary system (Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, New Zealand, Japan, Thailand, United Kingdom) in which the monarch is the head of state, but a directly- or indirectly-elected prime minister is head of government. Although contemporary constitutional monarchies mostly are representative, constitutional democratic monarchies,[citation needed] have co-existed with fascist and quasi-fascist constitutions (Italy, Japan, Spain) and with military dictatorships (Thailand). In Britain, the Glorious Revolution of 1688 led to a constitutional monarchy restricted by laws such as the Bill of Rights 1689 and the Act of Settlement 1701. Constitutional monarchy occurred in continental Europe after the French revolution. General Napoleon Bonaparte is considered the first monarch proclaiming himself as embodiment of the nation, rather than as a divinely-appointed ruler; this interpretation of monarchy is basic to continental constitutional monarchies. G.W.F. Hegel, in Philosophy of Right (1820) justified it philosophically, according well with evolving contemporary political theory and with the Protestant Christian view of Natural Law. Hegel forecast a constitutional monarch of limited powers, whose function is embodying the national character and constitutional continuity in emergencies, per the development of constitutional monarchy in Europe and Japan. Moreover, the ceremonial office of president (e.g. European and Israeli parliamentary democracies), is a contemporary type of Hegel's constitutional monarch (whether elected or appointed), yet, his forecast of the form of government suitable to the modern world might be perceived as prophetic. The Russian and French presidents, with their stronger powers, might be Hegelian, wielding power suited to the national will embodied.
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1. Brazil : Past & Present
September 17, 2008
Brazil was born 8,000 years ago with the arrival of the first indigenous people that crossed the Bering land island into Alaska, coming from the North & Central Americas. During the 16th century until the 19th century, Brazil was a colony of Portugal until September 7th, 1822 when the country declared its independency from Portugal and became a constitutional monarchy – the Empire of Brazil.
During the pre-colonial period, the Andes and the mountain ranges of Northern South America created a very sharp cultural boundary between the already settled agrarians and the semi-nomadic tribes of ... (read more)
Author: Razvan Jr
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2. UK - A Great Tourist Destination
December 11, 2007
United Kingdom can be a best destination option for the vacation to any age group of people. This beautiful country has a constitutional monarchy comprising of four constituent countries. These countries are England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and collectively called United Kingdom.
London city is one of the major tourist attractions of the world and is a highest visited place in UK by tourist. In London (England) many famous tourist places like Alton Tower and Buckingham Palace are welcoming to the London visitors. Wales is another beautiful tourist destination in UK and trave... (read more)
Author: Megha Poddar
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3. 10 Reasons To Visit The Netherlands
September 12, 2007
It’s often said that “God created the world, but the Dutch created the Netherlands”. The “land won from the sea” is your destination for walking, cycling, biking, relaxing, partying, drinking, and sensualizing.
Netherlands, also known as Holland, is a constitutional monarchy in the Western Europe. It is bordered by the North Sea to the north and west, Belgium to the south, and Germany to the east. The country is famous for its tulips, windmills, cheese, clogs (wooden shoes), delftware and gouda pottery, and dikes. It is widely known for its social tolerance, and liberal policies toward d... (read more)
Author: Orson Johnson
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4. An Introduction to Cambodia - General info and Tips
March 23, 2006
The Kingdom of Cambodia is a constitutional monarchy situated in Southeast Asia and counting a population of more than 13 million people. Most Cambodians are Theravada Buddhists of Khmer extraction, but the country is home also to a substantial number of Cham and small hill tribes.
The country borders Thailand to its west, Laos to its north, Vietnam to its east, and the Gulf of Thailand to its south.From the 9th century to the 15th century, Cambodia represented the center of the Khmer Empire, with Angkor as a capital.
The Angkor Wat, the empire's main spiritual site, is a symbolic re... (read more)
Author: really bites
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