Crown Sovereignty

Crown sovereignty refers to the constitutional principle that recognizes the monarch as the ultimate authority in a state. In many countries, this means that the Crown (or the King/Queen) holds power over the government and its laws. The concept often underlies the legal authority of the state and can influence government practices and policies, although in practice, power is typically exercised by elected officials. In some nations, like the United Kingdom, the monarch's role is largely ceremonial, with real governance happening through representative institutions. Crown sovereignty plays a critical role in the legal and political history of these states.