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What is the primary function of the Legislature in Oman?
What is the primary function of the Legislature in Oman?
Which document is fundamental in guaranteeing the rights of citizens in Oman?
Which document is fundamental in guaranteeing the rights of citizens in Oman?
Which freedom is explicitly stated as NOT included in the Constitution?
Which freedom is explicitly stated as NOT included in the Constitution?
How are laws created and approved in Oman?
How are laws created and approved in Oman?
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What does 'Equality' in Oman's governance imply?
What does 'Equality' in Oman's governance imply?
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What role does Islamic Sharia play in Oman's legislation?
What role does Islamic Sharia play in Oman's legislation?
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What is the primary purpose of a Council in Oman's governance system?
What is the primary purpose of a Council in Oman's governance system?
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When did His Majesty the Sultan of Oman ascend to the throne?
When did His Majesty the Sultan of Oman ascend to the throne?
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What is the Constitution of Oman officially known as?
What is the Constitution of Oman officially known as?
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Who holds the title of Head of State in Oman?
Who holds the title of Head of State in Oman?
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Which basis serves as the foundation for legislation in Oman?
Which basis serves as the foundation for legislation in Oman?
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Which of the following does NOT belong to the responsibilities of the Council of Ministers?
Which of the following does NOT belong to the responsibilities of the Council of Ministers?
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What is a Royal Decree in the context of Oman?
What is a Royal Decree in the context of Oman?
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How is the judiciary characterized in Oman?
How is the judiciary characterized in Oman?
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Which freedom is explicitly guaranteed by Oman's Constitution?
Which freedom is explicitly guaranteed by Oman's Constitution?
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What does the term 'Shura' represent in Oman's governance?
What does the term 'Shura' represent in Oman's governance?
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Study Notes
Omani Constitution & Governance
- Basic Statute of the State: The official name of Oman's constitution
- Royal Decree No. (101/1996): Not the official name of Oman's constitution
- Sultan: Head of State in Oman
- Council of Ministers: Assists the Sultan, implements policies, and approves laws
- Islamic Sharia: The basis for Oman's legislation
- Citizens treated equally: Omani citizens are treated equally before the law, according to the Basic Statute of the State
- Royal Decree: A law issued by the Sultan
- Judiciary: An independent body in Oman
- Shura: Council for consultation in Oman's governance
- Rule of Law: The idea that all individuals are subject to the law
- Supreme Council: Responsible for supervising Oman's courts
Omani Governance Roles
- Legislative: Creates laws (often by the Council)
- Executive: A Council of Ministers assists the Sultan in implementing government policies
- Judicial: An independent body, supervises the courts, and interprets laws
Additional Information
- Freedom of Speech: A freedom guaranteed by the Constitution
- Freedom of Religion: Not mentioned in the Constitution
- Freedom of the Press: A freedom mentioned in the Constitution
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Explore the key elements of Oman's constitution and governance structure. Learn about the roles of the Sultan, the Council of Ministers, and the judiciary. This quiz covers the Basic Statute of the State and the principles guiding Omani legislation.
