Ceremonial Monarch
Definition
A ceremonial monarch is a figurehead who represents a country but holds no political power. They mainly perform ceremonial duties such as opening sessions of parliament, presenting awards, and representing their nation at official events.
Related terms
Royal Family: The immediate family members (e.g., spouse and children) of a reigning monarch.
Regent: An individual who rules temporarily on behalf of an underage or incapacitated monarch.
Succession: The process through which power passes from one person to another within a royal family.
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