Monarchy of Mevora
King of Mevora | |
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Incumbent | |
Theodore I since 18 July 2023 | |
Details | |
Style | His Majesty |
First monarch | Theodore I |
Formation | 18 July 2023 |
Appointer | Hereditary |
The Monarchy of Mevora, sometimes known as the Mevoran Monarchy, is the hereditary head of state of the Kingdom of Mevora. The monarchy is semi-constitutional. The current monarch is King Theodore I who ascended to the throne upon its foundation in 18 July 2023.
The monarch and their immediate family undertake various official, ceremonial, diplomatic and representational duties. As a semi-constitutional monarchy, the monarch holds executive authority over the state and the government (which is known as "his/her majesty's government") but is granted and restricted by, originated from the Constitution of Mevora. The monarchy is also seen as the supreme representative of the state, its people and national values.
The current monarch is King Theodore I
History
The monarchy is the oldest national office. It was established on 18 July 2023, initially as an absolute monarchy. After the ratification of the constitution, the monarch's powers were restricted to semi-constitution.
Constitutional Role
Under the Constitution of Mevora the monarch is head of state and is granted extensive executive powers. The monarchs primary powers are collectively known as the Royal Prerogative.
Their powers allow the monarch to take part in governance of the nation.
- Legislative Powers are Exercised by the King-in-Parliament
- Executive Powers are Exercised by the Monarch and the Government
- Judicial Powers can be Exercised by both the Monarch and Judicial Courts
Royal Prerogative
The royal prerogative is the constitutional term of the primary powers of the monarch issued by the constitution. They include executive, legislative and judicial powers.
Powers granted as part of the royal prerogative include but are not limited to:
- Appointing a Prime Minister
- Appointing other Cabinet Ministers
- Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
- Crediting and Receiving Diplomats
- Assenting to or Vetoing Bills
- Passing Royal Decrees
- Trying Some Court Cases
- Appointing Privy Councillors
- Calling and Dissolving Parliament
- Appointing Members of the House of Lords
The monarchy is also seen as the supreme defender of the constitution, despite only the Supreme Court being issued with the power of judicial review.
Sovereign Immunity
The sovereign is personally immune from criminal prosecution or arrest, as well as from civil actions, and their property is not subject to execution or foreclosure.
Succession
No official succession laws have been implemented with the only constitutional clause concerning succession stating how the monarchy shall be hereditary and succession shall be to members of the royal family as determined by law.