Question

Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is led by a king. The king appoints a council of Ministers to help govern, but there are no elections. Saudi Arabia's Basic Law states the country's constitution is the Islamic holy book the Qur'an and other religious traditions. Choose TWO forms of government?

A) The people through elections
B) The Prime Minister
C) The King
D) The Religious Scholars.

Answer 1

Saudi Arabia is governed through a monarchy led by a king and a council of Ministers. The country's religious scholars also have a significant influence on its governance.

Step-by-step explanation:

The forms of government represented in Saudi Arabia are:

1. Monarchy: Saudi Arabia is ruled by a king who holds considerable power and appoints a council of Ministers to assist in governing.
2. Religious Scholars: Although not mentioned in the question, the influence of religious scholars and adherence to Islamic traditions also plays a significant role in the governance of Saudi Arabia.

These forms of government are not based on the people through elections or the role of a Prime Minister.