| Constitution of Jordan | |
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| Created | 1 January 1952 |
| Presented | 1 January 1952 |
| Ratified | 1 January 1952 |
| Date effective | 8 January 1952 |
| Media type | Constitution |
| Subject | Law |
| Purpose | Constitution / Basic Law |
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The Constitution of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan was adopted on 11 January 1952 and has been amended many times.[1] It defines the hereditary monarchic rule with a parliamentary system of representation. It stipulates the separated powers of the state (executive, legislative and judicial), the citizens’ rights and duties, financial affairs and other constitutional regulations.[2]
- ^ "Jordan country report", The World Factbook, U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, 24 August 2012
- ^ "The Constitution of The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan", The King Hussein library, retrieved 13 September 2012