saud system of government Flashcards
BASIC INFO ON SAUD
Founded in 1932 by Ibn Sa’ud, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is Islamic sovereign state which is ruled by the royal family who are descendants of Ibn Sa’ud.
What is Saud political system
It is an absolute monarchy is a monarchy in were the head of state in an inherited position with powers that are unlimited by a constitution or constitutional convention.
Who is the current king of saudi arabia
Salman of Saudi Arabia
What is the house of saud
House of Saud has 1000 of members which dominate the political and legal posts of the government.
Descendants of Ibn Sa’ud
What is the legal system of Saudi Arabia
Sharia law is law based on the Quran, sunnah and sayings of prophet Mohammed.
What is the council of ministers
has a council of ministers which are made of 22 ministers and the king serves as the prime minister of the cabinet
What is the crown prince in saudi arabia
The heir to the throne, Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud
What is legislature of saudi
Arabia are the consultative council, also having the title of Shura Council
Purpose of the shura council
Shura council’s purpose to is to review and discuss law which then recommended to king. The king which decides whether the information will pass onto the council of ministers, if are in agreement with the Sharia Council will be sent to the king for approval. If there is disagreement sent back with errors and improvements to the bill
Executive meetings
Executive are responsible for implementing government policies and overseeing the various departments of the government
Meetings of the council of ministers are held under the chairmanship of the king (President of the Council of Ministers), or one of his deputies, and the resolutions of the council shall become final upon the king’s approval.
WHAT IS SUPREME JUDICIAL COUNCIL
Supreme Judicial Council made of 10 members which cover for a multitude of roles such as promotion, discipline, appointment of judges
THE JUDICIARY IN SAUDI ARABIA
It is the expectation of the judges to have knowledge on sharia law to interpret and apply it.
Uses inquisitorial system in which the judge is involved in investigating the facts of the case
The Supreme Court is at the highest in the judicial system, but they overlook look how law is applied and procedures rather than enforcing the law.
