The Constitution of Links Land

Effective from May 16, 2025

Preamble

We, the people of Links Land, united under the principles of democracy, liberty, and equality, hereby establish this Constitution to define our governance, protect our rights, and ensure justice for all. As a Democratic-Constitutional Monarchy, we affirm the role of the monarchy and the will of the people in shaping the future of our nation.

Chapter 1: The Nation

Article 1: Name and Sovereignty

  1. The official name of the country shall be "The Constitutional-Monarchy of Links Land."
  2. Links Land is a sovereign, indivisible, and democratic state.

Article 2: Form of Government

  1. Links Land is a Democratic-Constitutional Monarchy.
  2. The monarchy shall be hereditary, while democratic institutions shall represent the will of the people through elections.

Article 3: National Symbols

  1. The flag, anthem, and coat of arms of Links Land shall be defined and protected by law.
  2. The capital city shall be Tentincon.

Chapter 2: The Monarchy

Article 4: The Role of the Monarch

  1. The King/Queen shall be the Head of State and a symbol of unity and continuity.
  2. The monarch shall perform ceremonial duties, represent Links Land internationally, and act in accordance with this Constitution.

Article 5: Succession

  1. The throne shall be inherited according to the rules of primogeniture.
  2. Any changes to the line of succession shall require parliamentary approval.

Article 6: Royal Powers

  1. The powers of the monarch shall include:
    • Opening and dissolving parliamentary sessions on the advice of the President and with prior approval from the Constitutional Court
    • Granting royal assent to laws passed by the legislature.
    • Bestowing honours and titles.
  2. The monarch shall act on the advice of the president and the government.

Chapter 3: The Government

Article 7: Structure

  1. The government of Links Land shall consist of the following senior offices:
    • The King/Queen
    • The President
    • The Elected President
    • The Vice Elected President
    • The Speaker of the Democracy

Article 8: The President

  1. The President shall be the Head of Government and responsible for overseeing the executive branch.
  2. The President shall:
    • Appoint ministers and officials.
    • Represent Links Land in international affairs.
    • Ensure the enforcement of laws.
  3. The President shall serve a maximum of two consecutive four-year terms.

Article 9: The Elected President

  1. The Elected President shall be chosen by the people through democratic elections.
  2. The Elected President shall:
    • Serve as the primary representative of the citizens.
    • Collaborate with the president on national policies.
  3. The Elected President shall serve a maximum of two consecutive four-year terms.

Article 10: Vice Elected President

  1. The Vice Elected President shall assist the Elected President and assume their responsibilities in their absence.

Article 11: Speaker of the Democracy

  1. The Speaker shall preside over the legislative assembly and ensure orderly debates.
  2. The Speaker shall act impartially and protect the rights of all members.

Article 12: Anti-Corruption Safeguards

  1. All public officials shall disclose financial interests annually
  2. Independent tribunals shall investigate abuses of emergency powers and corruption, as prescribed by law.

Chapter 4: The Legislature

Article 13: Composition

  1. The legislative power shall reside in the Parliament of Links Land, consisting of two houses:
    • Chamber Of The Commons (elected by the people).
    • The Royal Council Hall (partly appointed by the monarch and partly elected).

Article 14: Powers and Functions

  1. Parliament shall have the authority to:
    • Make, amend, and repeal laws.
    • Approve budgets and taxation.
    • Ratify international treaties.
  2. Laws shall require approval by both houses and royal assent to take effect.

Chapter 5: The Judiciary

Article 15: Independence

  1. The judiciary shall be independent and impartial.
  2. Judges shall be appointed based on merit and protected from external influence.

Article 16: Constitutional Court

  1. The Constitutional Court shall ensure the constitutionality of laws and government actions.
  2. The court shall resolve disputes between branches of government.
  3. The Court must approve any dissolution of Parliament before it takes effect.

Chapter 6: Rights and Freedoms

Article 17: Fundamental Rights

  1. All citizens are equal before the law and entitled to the same rights and freedoms, including:
    • Freedom of speech and expression.
    • Freedom of religion and belief.
    • Freedom of the press, protected from government censorship.
    • Right to education and healthcare.
    • Right to fair trial and due process.

Article 18: Media Freedom

  1. An independent Media Standards Commission shall oversee content regulation.
  2. No law shall infringe on press freedom except to prevent imminent harm, as defined by statute.

Article 19: Responsibilities of Citizens

  1. Citizens shall respect the Constitution and laws of Links Land.
  2. Every citizen has a duty to participate in democratic processes.

Chapter 7: Military Governance

Article 20: Neutrality

  1. The armed forces shall remain politically neutral
  2. Military intervention in domestic affairs requires approval by two-thirds of Parliament.

Chapter 8: Amendments

Article 21: Process

  1. Amendments to this Constitution shall require:
    • Approval by a two-thirds majority in both houses of Parliament.
    • Royal assent.
  2. This amended Constitution takes effect on 16/05/2025

Chapter 9: Final Provisions

Article 22: Supremacy of the Constitution

  1. This Constitution shall be the supreme law of Links Land.
  2. Any law or action inconsistent with this Constitution shall be null and void.

Article 23: Commencement

  1. This Constitution shall come into effect on 16/05/2025.

Signed this day, 16/05/2025, by the founding representatives of Links Land.