Topics Head of state selection

Constitute topics are built from the variables in the Comparative Constitutions Project’s dataset, which captures the content of world constitutions. The particular variables relevant to this topic are listed below, in the form of survey questions.

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Description

The procedure through which a candidate for the office of head of state is nominated and approved. While there is great variation, common procedures include heredity, direct election, or election by the legislature.

Categories

Executive

Keywords

electoral college; king; monarch; president; queen

Survey Questions

  • How is the head of state selected?
  • Which of these best categorizes the electoral system for the head of state?
  • Who are the electors for the head of state?