History of Oceania

What is a constitutional hereditary monarchy?

A constitutional hereditary monarchy is a system of government in which a hereditary monarch reigns as the head of state within the framework of a constitution. The constitution defines the powers and responsibilities of the monarch and the government. The monarch is typically the symbol of the nation and the unity of the people, but does not have any direct political power. The actual power is exercised by the government, which is usually headed by a prime minister or another elected official. The prime minister is responsible for the day-to-day running of the government and is accountable to the parliament or legislature.

Examples of constitutional hereditary monarchies include the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Japan.