Galactic Republic

Galactic Republic
Emblem of Galactic Republic
UniverseStar Wars
In-universe information
TypeFederal parliamentary republic with an executive presidency
Foundedc. 25,000 BBY (Old Republic)
1032 BBY (current constitution)
FateReorganized 19 BBY, into the Galactic Empire
Restored 4 ABY, as the New Republic
LocationStar Wars galaxy (Core Worlds)
LeaderGalactic Senate (legislature)

Supreme Chancellor (executive)

Judicial Department (judiciary)
AffiliationsJedi Order

Clone Army

Sith (Secretly, 32 BBY-19 BBY)
EnemiesSith
Confederacy of Independent Systems (Separatists)
CapitalCoruscant
CurrencyRepublic Datary (Galactic Credit)
Official languageBasic

The Galactic Republic, commonly known as The Republic, is a fictional political entity in the Star Wars universe that predates the formation of the Galactic Empire. It is prominently featured in the prequel trilogy of Star Wars films, offering a glimpse into its history and functioning. In the original trilogy, which takes place after the events of the prequels, the Republic is referred to as the Old Republic, suggesting its long-established nature.

The Republic is portrayed as a democratic republic that has sustained itself peacefully for over twenty-five thousand years but was tied up in layers of bureaucracy. It was mainly overseen by the Galactic Senate, the Republic's legislative branch. It was protected by the Jedi Order, the Guardians of peace and justice throughout the Star Wars galaxy. After the end of the Galactic Empire, the New Republic was founded. It was enforced by the original Rebel Alliance, eventually known as the New Republic Military. The consolidation of the New Republic is depicted in The Mandalorian as it sought to wipe out remnants of the Imperial forces and was eventually destroyed by the First Order, under Supreme Leader Snoke's direction, in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.