Thailand

Definition

Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia known for its unique form of governance, blending a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. Despite being categorized as a democracy, it has experienced military coups that have periodically interrupted civilian rule.

Related terms

Constitutional Monarchy:

A form of government in which a monarch acts as head of state within the parameters of a constitution.

Parliamentary System:

A system of democratic governance where the executive branch derives its legitimacy from and is accountable to the legislature (parliament), and the two branches are interdependent.

Military Coup: The sudden overthrow of a civilian government by the country's military forces to take control over the government