Constitution of Sweden - Constitution of Sweden The Swedish Constitution consists of four basic laws (Swedish: grundlagar): The Instrument of Government (1974) The Act of Succession (1809) The Freedom of the Press Act (1766) The Fundamental Law on Freedom of Expression (1991) There is also a law on the working order of the Parliament with a special status but which does not qualify as a "basic law": The Riksdag Act (1974) To amend or to make a revision of a basic law, the Parliament needs to approve the changes twice in two successive terms, with a general election having been held in between. Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Instrument of Government 1..1 History 2 Act of Succession 3 Freedom of expression 4 Public access to governmental documents 5 Lutheran State.
King of Sweden - King of Sweden Sweden is a constitutional monarchy with a representative democracy based on a parliamentary system. The Head of State is the highest public office in Sweden. According to the Constitution of Sweden that office is inherited within the House of Bernadotte. Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Head of State 2 History 3.
Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden - Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden Crown Princess Victoria, (Victoria Ingrid Alice Desirée Bernadotte, born July 14, 1977), Duchess of Västergötland, is the royal heir apparent of Sweden. She is the first-born child and heir of King Carl XVI Gustav of Sweden and Queen Silvia. She was born a Royal Princess, however constitutional reform, reportedly enacted over the objections of her father, created her Crown Princess and heir apparent on January 1, 1980. She is a descendant of Napoleon's marshall Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, who was adopted by the childless Swedish king Charles XIII and made his heir, and of Napoleon's former lover, Desirée Clary, who married Bernadotte. She is also a direct descendant of Napoleon's wife, Joséphine de Beauharnais, whose granddaughter married the Bernadottes' son, King Oscar I of Sweden. The.
Gustav III of Sweden - Gustav III of Sweden Gustav III Reign February 12, 1771-March 29, 1792 Coronation May 29, 1772 Royal motto "Fäderneslandet" ("The Fatherland") Queen Sophie Magdalen of Denmark Royal House Holstein-Gottorp Predecessor Adolf Frederick of Sweden Successor Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden Date of Birth January 13, 1746 1 (O.S.) Place of Birth Stockholm Date of Death March 29, 1792 Place of Death Stockholm Place of Burial Riddarholmskyrkan, Stockholm (1) January 24 Gregorian calendar/(N.S.) Gustav III, King of Sweden, born January 13, 1746 (O.S.) (= January 24 (N.S.)), ascended the throne February 12, 1771, dead March 29, 1792, the eldest son of Adolf Fredrick, King of Sweden, and Louisa Ulrica of Prussia, sister of Frederick the Great. Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Education 2 Politics of an Heir Apparent 3.
Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden - Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden Gustaf IV Adolf Reign March 29, 1792 - March 29, 1809 (Until 1808 in Finland1) Government November 1, 1796 (Age of Maturity) Coronation April 3, 1800 Royal motto "Gud och folket" ("God and the people") Queen Frederica of Baden Royal House Holstein-Gottorp Predecessor Gustav III Successors Charles XIII in Sweden Alexander I in Finland Date of Birth November 1, 1778 Place of Birth Stockholm Date of Death February 7, 1837 Place of Death St. Gallen, Switzerland Place of Burial Riddarholmskyrkan, Stockholm (1) Formally Treaty of Fredrikshamn (September 17, 1809) Gustav IV Adolf (1778-1837), king of Sweden, of the house Holstein-Gottorp, was the son of Gustav III of Sweden and Sophia Magdalena of Denmark, and born at Stockholm on November 1, 1778. Allegedly, Gustav Adolf.
Union between Sweden and Norway - Union between Sweden and Norway This article is part of the History of Sweden series. Early Kingdoms Unification The Modern Sweden Rise as a Great Power The Swedish Empire The Great War Absolute Monarchy The Union with Norway - From 1809 to 1905. Modernization Industrialization Realm of Sweden List of Swedish monarchs List of Swedish wars A New Dynasty See also: Charles XIV of Sweden The succession to the throne, for Charles XIII both infirm and childless, was settled, after the mysterious death on May 28, 1810 of the first elected candidate, chosen as Prince Carl August of Augustenburg, by the Crown selection of the French marshal, Bernadotte, who was adopted by Charles XIII and received the homage of the estates on November 5, 1810. The new crown.
Foundation of Modern Sweden - Foundation of Modern Sweden This article is part of the History of Sweden series. Early Kingdoms Unification The Modern Sweden - From 1523 to 1600. Rise as a Great Power The Swedish Empire The Great War Absolute Monarchy The Union with Norway Modernization Industrialization Realm of Sweden List of Swedish monarchs List of Swedish wars Gustav Vasa The extraordinary difficulties of Gustav I of Sweden were directly responsible for the eccentric development, both political and religious, of the new kingdom which his genius created. So precarious was the position of the young king, that he was glad to make allies wherever he could find them. Hence his desire to stand well with the Holy See. Only three months after his accession, he addressed letters to the pope begging.
Dominions of Sweden - Dominions of Sweden The Dominions of Sweden or Svenska besittningar were territories that historically came under control of the Swedish Crown, but never became fully integrated with Sweden. This generally meant that they were ruled by Swedish Governors General under the Swedish monarch, but within certain limits retained their own established political systems, essentially their diets. Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Baltic Dominions 1.1 Estonia 1.2 Ingria 1.3 Riga 1.4 Livonia 1.5 Ösel 2 Scandinavian Dominion 3 Continental Dominions 3.6 Bremen and Verden 3.7 Pomerania 3.8 Wismar Baltic Dominions Between 1561 and 1629 Sweden made conquests in the Eastern Baltic. All of them were lost in accordance with the Treaty of Nystad in 1721, which concluded the Great Northern War. Estonia Estonia placed itself under Swedish rule.
Absolute Monarchy in Sweden - Absolute Monarchy in Sweden This article is part of the History of Sweden series. Early Kingdoms Unification The Modern Sweden Rise as a Great Power The Swedish Empire The Great War Absolute Monarchy - From 1772 to 1809. The Union with Norway Modernization Industrialization Realm of Sweden List of Swedish monarchs List of Swedish wars Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Absolute Monarchy 2 Reuterholm 3 The loss of Finland 4 References Absolute Monarchy See also: Gustav III of Sweden Adolf Frederick of Sweden died on February 12, 1771. The elections held on the demise of the Crown resulted in a Gustav's partial victory for the Caps, especially among the lower orders; but in the estate of the peasantry their majority was merely nominal, while the mass of the.
Constitutional monarchy - other constitutional monarchies 8 See also: Origins The concept of constitutional monarchy owes its origin to the absolute monarchies of the later Middle Ages, where governmental authority was exercised by the monarch and his (or in rare occasions her) government. The development of popular participation in democracy saw power shifting to governments selected from and answerable to legislative assemblies and parliaments, producing more democratic systems of governments in which the monarch 'reigns but does not rule'. Popular monarchy is a sub-category of constitutional monarchy. Written and unwritten constitutions Most modern constitutional monarchies operate under a written fundamental or organic law known as a constitution, which strictly defines the roles possessed by the head of state, the executive, legislature and judiciary. As well as the strict definitions, restrictions exist as to the.
County Councils of Sweden - County Councils of Sweden A County Council, or Landsting, is an elected assembly of a County in Sweden. The County Council is a political entity, appointed by the county electorate and typically its main responsibilities lie within the public health care system. In each county there is also a County Administrative Board which is an administrative entity appointed by the Government. The Swedish name, Landsting, is the same as was used by the supreme things of the historical Provinces of Sweden. Constitutionally the County Councils exercise a degree of municipal self government provided for in the Constitution of Sweden. This does not constitute any degree of federalism, which is consistent with the view that Sweden should be regarded as a unity state. In Swedish terminology the County Council.
Sweden and the Great Northern War - Sweden and the Great Northern War This article is part of the History of Sweden series. Early Kingdoms Unification The Modern Sweden Rise as a Great Power The Swedish Empire The Great War - From 1700 to 1772. Absolute Monarchy The Union with Norway Modernization Industrialization Realm of Sweden List of Swedish monarchs List of Swedish wars The Great Northern War See also: Great Northern War Charles XI of Sweden had carefully provided against the contingency of his successor's minority; and the five regents appointed by him, if not great statesmen, were at least practical politicans who had not been trained in his austere school in vain.. At home the "Reduktion" was cautiously pursued, while abroad the successful conclusion of the great peace congress at Ryswick.
Referenda in Sweden - Referenda in Sweden Since the introduction of parliamentarism in Sweden six referenda has been held. The Swedish Constitution (1974) provides for deciding referenda. However none of the referenda held have been deciding but rather of an advisory nature and formally not binding for the Riksdag. The latest referendum on Adopting the Euro was held on September 14, 2003 in the wake of the murder of Anna Lindh, Minister for Foreign Affairs. The referendum on joing the European Union was held on November 13, 1994. Year Referendum Participation Yes No Blank Result 2003 Adopting the Euro 82.6% 42.0% 55.9% 2.1% Reject 1994 Joining the European Union 83.3% 52.3% 46.8% 0.9% Approve Year Referendum Participation Alt. 1 Alt. 2 Alt. 3 Blank Outcome 1980 Reliance on.
Rise of Sweden as a Great Power - Rise of Sweden as a Great Power This article is part of the History of Sweden series. Early Kingdoms Unification The Modern Sweden Rise as a Great Power - From 1600 to 1648. The Swedish Empire The Great War Absolute Monarchy The Union with Norway Modernization Industrialization Realm of Sweden List of Swedish monarchs List of Swedish wars Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Charles IX 2 The Ingrian War 3 The Polish War 4 The Thirty Years' War 5 See also 6 References Charles IX Main article: Charles IX of Sweden Not till March 6, 1604, after Duke John son of John III of Sweden, had formally renounced his hereditary right to the throne, did Charles IX of Sweden begin to style himself king. At the Riksdag.
Parliament of Sweden - Parliament of Sweden The Swedish Riksdag or Sveriges Riksdag is the Parliament of Sweden. The Riksdag is a unicameral assembly with 349 members, which are publicly elected on a proportional basis to serve four year terms. Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Organization 2 Constitution 3 Government 4 Politics 5 Elections 6 History 7 See also Organization Speaker of the Riksdag: Björn von Sydow (since september 2002) Chamber: Unicameral with 349 members Elections: Members are elected by popular vote on a proportional representation basis to serve four-year terms. Elections last held: September 15 2002 (next to be held third sunday of September 2006) Constitution Main article: Constitution of Sweden The Riksdag fulfils the normal functions of a parliament in a parliamentary democracy. It enacts laws, amends the constitution.
Politics of Sweden - Politics of Sweden Popular government in Sweden rests upon ancient tradition. The Swedish Riksdag stems from tribal courts Thing and the election of kings in the Viking age. The Government of Sweden is a limited constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Constitution 2 Chief of State 3 Government 4 Parliament 5 Judicial system 6 Administrative divisions 7 Foreign relations 8 See also 9 External Links 10 References Constitution Main article: Constitution of Sweden The Constitution of Swedish consists of four basic laws. The most important is The Instrument of Government of 1974 which it sets out the basic principles for political life in Sweden defining rights and freedoms. The Act of Succession is a treaty between the old Riksdag of the Estates.
Privy Council of Sweden - Privy Council of Sweden The Privy Council, or Riksrådet, was the principal government institution of Sweden from 1319 to 1974. The Privy Council originated as a council of personal advisers to the Monarch where the foremost advisor received the title of Earl of Jarl. The last Earl of Sweden was Birger Jarl who died in 1266 and during the reign of king Magnus I of Sweden between 1275 and 1290 the informal meetings became a permanent institution called the Royal Council or Kungligt råd. In 1319 the name had been changed to Rikets råd or Council of the Realm, and had the offices of Lord Chancellor (Kansler), Chief Justfice (Drots) and Constable (Marsk). Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Modern Sweden 2 Parliamentarism vs. Absolute Monarcy 3 The Constitution.
Prime Minister of Sweden - Prime Minister of Sweden The Prime Minister or Statsminister is the head of Government in Sweden. Before 1876, when the office of Prime Minister was instituted, Sweden did not have a formal head of Government. The architect behind the new Riksdag of 1866, Louis De Geer became the first Prime Minister, but ironically it had been the absence of his informal leadership in the Government that had brought about the reform. Table of contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Under the Constitution of 1809 2 Constitutional Reform 3 The Sager House 4 Prime Ministers for Justice 5 Prime Ministers for Foreign Affairs 6 Prime Ministers under the Privy Council Government 7 Prime Ministers of the Cabinet Government 8 See also Under the Constitution of 1809 Since the Constitution of 1809 there.
Oscar I of Sweden - Oscar I of Sweden Oscar I Reign March 8, 1844-July 8 1859 Coronation September 28, 1844 in Sweden Royal motto "Rätt och sanning" ("Right and truth") Queen Josephine of Leuchtenberg Royal House Bernadotte Predecessor Charles XIV, as the Swedish title and Carl III, as the Norwegian title. Successor Charles XV, as the Swedish title and Carl IV, as the Norwegian title. Date of Birth July 4, 1799 Place of Birth Paris, France Date of Death July 8, 1859 Place of Death Royal Palace in Stockholm Place of Burial Riddarholmskyrkan, Stockholm Oscar I (July 4, 1799 - July 8, 1859), king of Sweden and Norway, was the son of General Bernadotte, afterwards King Charles XIV of Sweden, and his wife, Eugenie Desirée Clary, afterwards Queen Desideria. When, in.
National holiday of Sweden - National holiday of Sweden The National Day of Sweden and Day of the Swedish flag or Sveriges nationaldag and Svenska flaggans dag, occurring on June 6, is the national holiday of Sweden. The day was adopted by the Riksdag as the National Day of Sweden in the 1980s. This was concurrent with a tradition established in the 1920s of celebrating the Day of the Swedish flag, on June 6. The main reason for picking that date had been the election of Gustav Vasa as King of Sweden in 1523, who is seen to have established the modern Sweden. The Constitution of 1809 and Instrument of Government of 1974 were also been promlugated on this date. The National Day is not yet an official holiday, but the political parties.
