Glossary
106 terms defined — economic, geographic, government & more
Constitution
GovernmentThe fundamental law establishing the framework of government and citizens' rights.
Example: The US Constitution, ratified in 1788, is the oldest written national constitution still in use.
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Constitution
Constitutional Monarchy
GovernmentA form of monarchy where the sovereign exercises authority in accordance with a written or unwritten constitution. The monarch's powers are limited by law.
Example: Japan is a constitutional monarchy with an emperor as head of state.
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Government type
Country Name
GovernmentThe official and conventional names of a country, including local language forms and etymological origins.
Example: Myanmar was formerly known as Burma until the military government changed the name in 1989.
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Country name
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