Crownadministered

Crown-administered refers to the governance and administration of a territory or region by a monarch or a royal government. This form of administration is common in the Commonwealth realms, where a monarch serves as the head of state, but the day-to-day governance is carried out by local governments. The monarch's role is largely ceremonial, with the actual administration being handled by elected officials or appointed administrators.

Crown-administered territories often have their own legislative bodies, executive councils, and judicial systems, which operate independently of the central government. The relationship between the crown and the local administration can vary, with some territories having a high degree of autonomy, while others may be more closely aligned with the central government.

Examples of crown-administered territories include the British Overseas Territories, such as Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, and the Falkland Islands. In these territories, the monarch is represented by a governor, who acts on the monarch's behalf and is responsible for the administration of the territory.

The concept of crown administration is rooted in historical colonialism, where the monarch's authority was extended to territories that were not part of the central government. Over time, many of these territories have gained independence or have become part of the Commonwealth, but some continue to be crown-administered. The status of crown administration can also change over time, with territories gaining or losing autonomy depending on political and historical circumstances.