Constitution

The constitution is the fundamental law of a nation, which proclaim how it is organized. Since Particracy is based on unicameral parliamentary system, each nation follow the same text, customized in some aspect.

This is the default text of constitutions:

The Constitution of the [name of nation]


 * Preamble


 * We, the people of the [name of nation], do hereby ordain and adopt this Constitution for the [name of nation].


 * Article 1: The [name of nation]


 * 1) The [name of nation] is a Sovereign and Democratic Nation and the Sovereign Power belongs to the people of the [name of nation]. Sovereign Power shall be exercised in the manner provided for in this Constitution.
 * 2) (Note: That two options are mutually exclusives)
 * 3) The [name of nation] shall be structured as a parliamentary democracy with a unicameral legislature and an elected Head of State.
 * 4) The [name of nation] shall be structured as a parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarch with a unicameral legislature.
 * 5) The National Flag and Motto shall be the flag and the motto adopted by two-thirds of the total number of members of the [name of legislature] in accordance with the procedure set out in Article 3.
 * 6) This Constitution is the Supreme Law of the Land.
 * Article 2: The [name of legislature]


 * 1) There shall be a legislature for the [name of nation], called the [name of legislature], in which all legislative powers under this Constitution shall be vested. The [name of legislature] shall have a maximum of [number of seats] members elected by each State in accordance with the provisions of Article 13 for a term of office of [number of months] months.
 * 2) The [name of legislature] shall have the power to make laws, to pass bills and legislation, to ratify treaties and international agreements, to amend this Constitution in accordance with the provisions of Article 14, and to ratify Cabinet Proposals in accordance with the provisions of Article 7.
 * 3) Each member of the [name of legislature] shall be enlisted in a political party and shall be entitled to one seat only. Political parties shall represent their voters in the [name of legislature] and cast their votes on their behalves.
 * Article 3: Legislative Process


 * 1) All political parties shall have the right to propose Bills.
 * 2) A Bill shall be passed by a simple majority of the members of the [name of nlegislature] present and voting, except in cases where the Constitution provides otherwise.
 * 3) A Bill shall lapse from voting should an election intervene, in which case it shall be returned to the [name of leguslature] for debate.
 * 4) A Bill that has been passed by the [name of legislature] shall enter into effect immediately upon its passage.
 * Article 4: The Executive

(1a) The executive power shall be vested in the Princeps inter pares and the Cabinet. (1b) The executive power belongs to the Princeps inter pares, but shall be exercised by the Cabinet. The Princeps inter pares shall not be subject to responsibility; the members of the Cabinet are responsible. (2) Executive decisions shall be entrusted in these bodies subject to the approval of the Council of Wisdom. Article 5: The Princeps inter pares (1a) The Princeps inter pares shall be the Head of State of the Kazulia Magna et Libera. He shall represent the Nation, guarantee its independence and see to it that this Constitution is observed. (1b) The Princeps inter pares shall be the Head of State of the Kazulia Magna et Libera. He shall be the symbol of the Nation and the guarantee of independence. (2) The Princeps inter pares shall be elected for a term of office of 50 months in accordance with the procedure set out in this Article and subject to the provisions of the sections 1 and 3 of Article 13. (3) The Princeps inter pares shall be elected using a two round system. Each party shall have the right to register one candidate for elections for the office of Princeps inter pares. A primary round of election shall be held to select the two candidates for the second round. (4) The two candidates having the largest number of votes in the primary election shall participate in the second round, the candidate having the highest number of votes in the second round shall be declared the new Princeps inter pares. (2b) The monarchy of the Kazulia Magna et Libera is hereditary through direct, natural and legitimate descent from the Princeps inter pares, by order of primogeniture. Article 6: The Cabinet (1a) The Cabinet shall aid and advise the Princeps inter pares and conduct the policy of the Government. (1b) The Cabinet shall exercise the executive power and conduct the policy of the Government. (2) The Cabinet shall consist of 10 members. Each member, aside from the Head of Government, shall direct an administrative department and is responsible for the tasks and functions entrusted to his or her department. (3) The Head of Government shall represent the Cabinet and the Government both at home and abroad. He shall chair the Cabinet and shall be responsible for the conduct of public business and the general government policy. Article 7: Formation of Cabinet (1) There shall be a Cabinet to assist the Head of State in the proper discharge of executive powers. (1b) There shall be a Cabinet to exercise the executive powers on behalf of the Head of State. (2) Any cabinet must be ratified by the agreement of more than a half of the Council of Wisdom, according to Article 3 of the Constitution. (3a) It is the exclusive responsibility of the Princeps inter pares to propose a list of Cabinet members to assist him. (3b) It is the exclusive responsibility of the political party holding the greatest number of seats in the Council of Wisdom to propose a list of Cabinet ministers to assist the Princeps inter pares, save that if more than one political party holds the greatest number of seats, that number being equal for all such parties, any or all of these may propose a list. (3c) The responsibility of proposing a list of Cabinet members falls to political parties, any or all of whom may propose lists to assist the Princeps inter pares in the running of the country. (4a) Until such a time as a cabinet is formed, the Princeps inter pares will hold executive power alone, subject to the agreement of the Council of Wisdom, according to article 3 of the Constitution. (4b) A cabinet will continue to assist the Princeps inter pares, even if a new Princeps inter pares is elected, until a different Cabinet is ratified. (4c) The Cabinet shall remain in office until such a time as a new Cabinet is formed. Article 8: The Judiciary The judicial authority shall be vested in a system of courts, both lower and constitutional. These courts shall have absolute power to ensure enforcement of the laws and constitution of the Kazulia Magna et Libera. Article 9: Political Parties (1) Political parties shall ensure that the will of the people prevails and, for this purpose, shall represent their voters in the Council of Wisdom. (2) A political party shall be registered in accordance with the national laws may be dissolved in cases of inactivity or for violations of national law. (3) Representation in the Council of Wisdom shall be determined through a general election in which all political parties may participate in accordance with the provisions of Article 13. Article 10: Opposition Parties (1) The opposition parties shall play a constructive role to ensure that the government and the ruling parties function in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution, provide good governance and strive to promote national interest and fulfil the aspirations of the people. Their aim must be to make the Government responsible, accountable and transparent. (2) The opposition parties shall have the right to oppose the elected Government and to question the Government’s conduct of public business. Article 11: The States The territory of the Kazulia Magna et Libera comprises the Trucebound Land of Agatha, Dreton, Flindar, Hent and Kelvon. The national territory and the international territorial boundary of the Kazulia Magna et Libera is inviolable. Article 12: Local Governments Certain powers may be devolved to the Local Governments by the Council of Wisdom in accordance with the procedures set out in Article 3. Article 13: Elections (1) Under this Constitution, the general will of the people shall be the basis of government and it shall be expressed through periodic elections in which all political parties shall have the right to participate. (2) The method used to determine the number of seats each State receives in the Council of Wisdom shall be laid down by law in accordance with the provisions of Article 3. (3) All political parties shall have the right to call for an early election at any time. A call for early elections shall require the vote of a majority of the total number of members of the Council of Wisdom in order to pass. Elections shall be scheduled upon the passage of such call for early elections. Article 14: Amendment Subject to the provisions of Article 3, the Council of Wisdom shall have the power to amend this Constitution. Amendments shall require a vote of two-thirds of the members of the Council of Wisdom in order to pass and may only apply to certain areas of this constitution.