There is one independent member. The Constitution provides for three consultative bodies. He may choose to consult it on other matters as well. The 12-member Council of State advises the Prince on proposed legislation and regulations. The 30-member Economic Council advises the government on social, financial, and economic questions.
Women are active in public service.
The Mayor of Monaco, one member of the Crown Council, four members of the National Council, and four members of the Economic Council are women. While the Government imposes no impediments to the establishment or operation of local groups devoted to monitoring human rights, no such groups have been formed. Outside groups have not sought to investigate human rights conditions. The Constitution provides that all Monegasque nationals are equal before the law. Women Reported instances of violence against women are rare.