House of Lords
Definition
The House of Lords is the upper chamber in the British Parliament, consisting mainly of appointed members who inherit their titles or are appointed by virtue of their expertise or contributions to society.
Analogy
Imagine the House of Lords as a prestigious club where membership is granted to those with distinguished achievements. Just like how exclusive clubs have members chosen based on their accomplishments, the House of Lords has members selected based on their expertise and contributions.
Related terms
House of Commons: The lower chamber in the British Parliament, consisting mostly of elected representatives.
Bicameral Legislature: A legislative body that consists of two separate chambers or houses.
Hereditary Peerage: Titles passed down through generations within noble families, granting them certain privileges and rights in society.
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