Council of Iroij | |
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| History | |
| Founded | 1979 |
| Seats | 12 |
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The Council of Iroij, also known as the House of Iroij, is a consultative body in the Marshall Islands provided for by the constitution. Its twelve members consist of the Iroij, the traditional chiefs of the islands. The Council of Iroij has the power to review any proposed legislation affecting land rights or traditional practices.[1]
- ^ Dieter Nohlen, Florian Grotz & Christof Hartmann (2001). Elections in Asia: A data handbook, Volume II. p. 693. ISBN 0-19-924959-8.