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Which of the following is a characteristic of constitutional monarchies?
Which of the following is a characteristic of constitutional monarchies?
- The monarch's powers are limited by a constitution (correct)
- The monarch exercises authority without a constitution
- The monarch has unlimited power to make decisions
- The monarch is the only decision-maker
Which country is an example of a constitutional monarchy where the monarch retains significant personal discretion in the exercise of their authority?
Which country is an example of a constitutional monarchy where the monarch retains significant personal discretion in the exercise of their authority?
- Australia
- Jordan (correct)
- Spain
- Liechtenstein
What is another term for constitutional monarchy?
What is another term for constitutional monarchy?
- Parliamentary monarchy
- Absolute monarchy
- Democratic monarchy
- Limited monarchy (correct)
Which of the following countries is NOT an example of a constitutional monarchy?
Which of the following countries is NOT an example of a constitutional monarchy?
How do constitutional monarchies differ from absolute monarchies?
How do constitutional monarchies differ from absolute monarchies?
Which of the following is a defining characteristic of absolute monarchies?
Which of the following is a defining characteristic of absolute monarchies?
In which type of monarchy is the authority of the head of state restricted by a constitution?
In which type of monarchy is the authority of the head of state restricted by a constitution?
What historical events contributed to the emergence of absolute monarchies in Europe?
What historical events contributed to the emergence of absolute monarchies in Europe?
Which territories served as models for the spread of absolute monarchy in Europe?
Which territories served as models for the spread of absolute monarchy in Europe?
What is the main difference between absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy?
What is the main difference between absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy?
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Study Notes
Constitutional Monarchies
- A characteristic of constitutional monarchies is that the monarch's authority is restricted by a constitution.
- An example of a constitutional monarchy where the monarch retains significant personal discretion is Bhutan.
Absolute Monarchies
- A defining characteristic of absolute monarchies is that the monarch's authority is unrestricted by a constitution or laws.
- Absolute monarchies differ from constitutional monarchies in that the monarch's authority is not restricted.
- Historical events that contributed to the emergence of absolute monarchies in Europe include the rise of powerful monarchs and the decline of feudalism.
- Territories that served as models for the spread of absolute monarchy in Europe include France and Spain.
Comparison of Monarchies
- The main difference between absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy is the level of restriction on the monarch's authority.
- Constitutional monarchy is also known as limited monarchy or parliamentary monarchy.
Non-Examples
- The United States is not an example of a constitutional monarchy, as it is a republic with an elected president rather than a monarch.
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