European monarchy

European monarchy is a system where a king or queen serves as the ceremonial or symbolic head of a country, often with historical roots. While some monarchies have significant political power, many are constitutional, meaning the monarch's role is mainly symbolic, with elected officials handling governance. Monarchies are hereditary, passing from one generation to the next, usually within a royal family. Countries like the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Spain are constitutional monarchies, blending tradition with modern democracy. Monarchies reflect historical continuity, cultural identity, and serve as national symbols, but political authority varies depending on the country's constitutional arrangements.