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characteristics of monarchy


The following are 9 characteristics of monarchy

1. Stable political system
2. Age – long of government
3. Hereditary
4. Check and balance
5. No constitutional limitation
6. Time of emergencies
7. Ownership of government
8. Despotic ruler
9. Natural institution

1. Stable political system: monarchy can bring about a stable political system.

2. Age – long of government: Monarchy is an age – long of government as the person in control of government can live up to 50 – 60years.

3. Hereditary: monarchy is type of government that is based on hereditary pattern.

4. Check and balance: In some monarchy, e.g. constitutional monarchy, the ruler is under check by the constitution.

5. No constitutional limitations: In some form of monarchy government, e.g. absolute monarchy, the ruler has no constitutional limitations.

6. Time of emergencies: Monarchy could be adopted to make for emergencies. A monarchy need not consult anybody before necessary decisions are taken.

7. Ownership of government: The government of the country is in the hands of a king, emperor or queen. He or she has the final say on any matter.

8. Despotic ruler: A monarchy could be despotic and not ready for change.

9. Natural institution: monarchy type of government is a natural institution, where obedience to the king is seen as obedience to God.