Hükümetleri

Hükümetleri is the Turkish plural form of hükümet, meaning governments. In political science, a government refers to the executive branch of a state, typically comprising the head of government and a cabinet of ministers who oversee various ministries, implement policy, and administer public administration. The exact composition and powers of governments vary by country and constitutional framework.

Formation and functions: Governments are usually formed by the political party or coalition that holds the confidence of the legislature. In parliamentary systems, the prime minister or equivalent is the head of government, while the president or monarch may serve as head of state. The cabinet proposes laws, administers public services, manages the budget, conducts foreign affairs, and directs policy across the executive branch. In presidential systems, the president may be both head of state and head of government, with separate legislative and judicial branches, while in semi-presidential systems, duties are shared between a president and a prime minister.

Accountability and transitions: Governments are typically accountable to the legislature and can be dismissed through votes of no confidence, elections, or constitutional procedures. Caretaker governments may govern temporarily between elections or during the formation of a new administration.

Scope and variation: The term is used across states to denote the elected or appointed executive, distinct from the legislature or judiciary. Concepts such as coalitions, caretaker administrations, and government stability appear differently across multi-party democracies. The Turkish term is widely used in Turkish-speaking contexts to refer to these executive bodies.