Constitution of Jordan

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The Constitution of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan was adopted in January 11, 1952 and has been amended many times.^[1] It defines the hereditary monarchic rule with a parliamentary system of representation. It stipulates the separated powers of the state (executive, legislative and judicial), the citizens’ rights and duties, financial affairs and other constitutional regulations.^[2]

This has been the only Constitution to be used in the independent Jordan. An Organic Law was promulgated in April 1928 for use under the British mandate.^[3] After Jordan gained independence, the current Constitution was drafted and ratified by King Talal in only in 1952. It is generally regarded as liberal, although criticism may arise in regard to the great powers vested in the monarch.