Quiz on the Government of Saudi Arabia

Who is the head of the government in Saudi Arabia?

• King

• Consultative Council

• Crown Prince

• Prime Minister

What is the role of the Crown Prince in Saudi Arabia?

• He is second in line to the throne.

• He leads the Council of Ministers.

• He is the final court of appeal.

• He is the head of the military.

How many members are in the Consultative Council (Majlis Al-Shura)?

• 250

• 150

• 200

• 100

What is the primary legal framework in Saudi Arabia?

• Common Law

• Civil Law

• Islamic Law (Shari'ah)

• International Law

When was the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia founded?

• 1953

• 1932

• 1900

• 1920

What significant change did King Fahd introduce in 1992?

• Provincial System

• Council of Ministers System

• Municipal Council Elections

• New Basic Law for the System of Government

How many provinces is Saudi Arabia divided into?

• 10

• 12

• 13

• 15

What was established by King Saud in 1953?

• The Council of Ministers

• The Consultative Council

• The Crown Prince position

• The Shari'ah Courts

What is the purpose of the weekly meetings in the Majlis?

• To discuss military strategies

• To propose new laws

• To appoint new ministers

• To allow public grievances

What was a major focus of Saudi Arabia's development plans in the 1970s?

• Military expansion

• Modern infrastructure

• Agricultural development

• Cultural preservation