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When did the Spanish people vote for a new Constitution to organize the country's democracy?
1978
What type of government does Spain have?
Parliamentary Monarchy
What is a parliamentary monarchy?
A monarch is the official leader of the country, but the parliament makes the laws.
What is a monarch?
King or queen
What values are in the Spanish consitution?
Freedom, equality, justice, political freedom
What is a division of powers?
When the government divides its powers into different groups, not just one person has all the power.
What are the 3 divisions of power in the Spanish government?
executive, legislative, judicial
What is the executive power in charge of?
It is responsible for running the state
What is the legislative power in charge of?
It is responsible for proposing and making laws
What makes up the parliament?
the congress and senate
Who are the members of congress?
deputies
Who are the members of senate?
senators
What is the judicial power in charge of?
It is responsible for making sure citizens obey the law
What is the highest court?
The Supreme Court
What is the constitutional court?
The court responsible for all matters related to the constitution
