There are still 43 countries that have a monarchy, but there is no certainty that monarchies will still exist in the 21st century as six more Caribbean countries have voiced a desire to do the same since Barbados removed Queen Elizabeth II as head of state in 2021.
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the issue of monarchy is brought into stark focus.
Despite what is described below, a surprising number of nations still have monarchs in power. This image illustrates the various types of royal rule in the 43 nations that do.
Types of Monarchies
In the most basic sense, a monarch is a nation's king, queen, emir, sultan, etc. But before getting started, it's crucial to clarify the differences between the various monarchs that exist in the world today. There are typically four types:
Constitutional Monarchy
With a government that was established under a constitution, the king divides power. While the king in this scenario has some ceremonial obligations and...
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