Legal Definitions - monarchy

A monarchy is a type of government where a single person, usually a king or queen, has the power to rule. The amount of power they have can vary from complete control to just being a figurehead with no real authority.

• Absolute monarchy: Saudi Arabia is an example of an absolute monarchy, where the king has complete control over the government and the people.
• Constitutional monarchy: The United Kingdom is an example of a constitutional monarchy, where the monarch's power is limited by a constitution or other laws.

In an absolute monarchy, the ruler has the power to make all decisions without any input from the people. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch's power is limited by laws and regulations, and they usually serve as a symbol of the country rather than having any real political power.