monarki

Monarki, often referred to as monarchy, is a form of government in which a person, the monarch, is head of state for life or until abdication. The political power held by the monarch can vary from purely ceremonial, as in a constitutional monarchy, to absolute, where the monarch holds supreme authority. The position of monarch is typically inherited, passing down through a family line, though elective monarchies have also existed historically.

Historically, monarchies were the dominant form of government across much of the world. The legitimacy of a monarch's rule was often based on divine right, tradition, or perceived ancestral authority. In modern times, many monarchies have transitioned into constitutional monarchies, where the monarch's powers are significantly limited by a constitution and elected parliamentary bodies. In these systems, the monarch often serves as a symbol of national unity and continuity.

Examples of constitutional monarchies include the United Kingdom, Japan, and Spain. Absolute monarchies, though less common today, still exist in some countries, such as Saudi Arabia and Oman, where the monarch retains considerable executive, legislative, and judicial power. The role and influence of monarchies continue to be a subject of discussion and evolution in the contemporary global political landscape.