A monarchy is a form of government in which a single person, known as a monarch, holds all the power and authority to rule over a country or territory. Monarchies can be hereditary, meaning the position is passed down through generations within a royal family, or they can be elected. Monarchs may have varying levels of power and influence, depending on the type of monarchy and the specific constitution or laws in place. Some monarchies have limited powers, with a constitution or parliament that limits the monarch's authority, while others have absolute monarchs who have complete control over the government and its laws.
