Constitution of Alokhrad

The Constitution of Alokhrad was authored by Emelyn H. and was officially ratified on the 22nd of August, 2021. It was written with the intent to capture the Alokhradi spirit, as well as be expanded and improved by means of amendments over time. The documents sets out the most important principles of Alokhradi culture.
==The Constitution of Alokhrad==
===Preamble===
Blessed with a unique location and history, the Sultanate of Alokhrad has been subject to many challenges to its institutions. 
In the interest of peace and rule of law, this document has been drafted and ratified to further unify and strengthen our Nation.
This is our Constitution.
===Chapter I: The State===
====Article 1: Nature of the State====
The Sultanate of Alokhrad is a sovereign nation, united by its people, made by a democratic system based on citizenship and the rule of law.
It is a part of the continent of Haven, and is made out of states inhabiting cities which have sworn allegiance to the nation of Alokhrad.
====Article 2: Sovereignty====
Sovereignty belongs to the people, which exercises and protects it. The people safeguard the unity of the nation and are recognized as the ultimate source of power.
====Article 3: Political System====
The political system is based on representation. All citizens have the right and freedom to vote on nation-wide laws as they wish, as set out in this Constitution, as well as determine a representative for their state.
States are given the right to ratify their own laws, as long as they do not come into conflict with already existing nation-wide laws—which supersedes the laws enforced on a local level.
====Article 4: Citizenship====
Citizenship is a right to anyone who lives and resides in any of the Alokhradian states, a person who is a citizen in Alokhrad has the right to enjoy and abide by all the rights and responsibilities as set out in this Constitution.
====Article 5: Aversion to Fascism====
Fascism will never be tolerated in the Sultanate of Alokhrad, and fascist parties have no right to reside in the nation and are to be exiled under punishment of high treason, as set out in this constitution. Adherence to fascistic core values, including aesthetics, will never be tolerated.
===Chapter II: The Ruling System===
====Article 6:  The People====
The People, who is the nation’s lifeblood, is the executive and legislative force of Alokhrad. Any one who is a citizen in the Sultanate of Alokhrad has the right, but not duty nor responsibility to vote or submit acts for legislation.
====Article 7: The Grand Vizier====
The Grand Vizier is given the mandate to lead the Sultanate of Alokhrad by the people through an election which is determined by a majority vote (50%).
It is the Grand Vizier’s duty and responsibility to channel the executive force of the People, by ratifying all acts and laws passed by the will of the People, which is determined by a supermajority in a vote.
====Article 8: The Governor====
Every state has the right to elect a governor, whose responsibility and right is to represent the constituents of their state as they rule the nation of Alokhrad together with the Grand Vizier on all non-legislative nation-wide matters.
====Article 9: The Sultan====
With respect to the unique history of the Sultanate of Alokhrad, the Sultan of Alokhrad, and his descendants in subsequent order, reserves the right to proclaim orders in times of need and strife to military and citizens alike in the form of Decrees.
The Sultan’s Decree is absolute, but may only be announced in times of strife.
The Sultan shall also enseat a position as Honorary Governor in the Chamber.
====Article 10: The Chamber====
The Chamber is the representation of the Will of the Nation, who shall rule on all non-legislative national matters through a majority vote by means of majority vote. 
In the event of a tie, the vote of the Sultan shall serve as the tiebreaker.
===Chapter III: Rights and Responsibilities===
====Article 11:  Rights====
As citizens in the Sultanate of Alokhrad, The People, who are the body of the nation, including the Governors of the states and the Sultan, shall enjoy the following rights as set out in this Constitution.
# The Right to Vote
## The People of Alokhrad shall enjoy the right to vote on all national legislative matters.
## The People of each state of Alokhrad shall enjoy the right to vote on all statewide legislative matters.
# The Right to Justice
## Every Citizen shall enjoy the right to defend themselves before a group of their others before being applied to any law or legislation.
# The Right to Ownership
## The People of Alokhrad shall enjoy the right to own private property, if worked or bargained for.
# The Freedom of Movement
## The People of Alokhrad have the right to move between the states of Alokhrad as they desire and move into any accommodation they can afford. They have the right to live and work where they please and do not have the responsibility to explain their reason to.
# The Freedom of Faith
## Every citizen, as part of the People of Alokhrad, shall enjoy the right to believe in, adhere to, and/or practice any religion they so desire without fear of persecution by the Chamber.
# The Right to Secede
## The People of Alokhrad shall have the right to secede completely from the nation and their status as a citizen in the Sultanate of Alokhrad, but will not retain any of the rights or responsibilities they had in their time as a citizen of Alokhrad.
====Article 12:  Responsibilities====
As citizens in the Sultanate of Alokhrad, The People, who are the body of the nation, including the Governors of the states and the Sultan, shall abide by the following set of duties and responsibilities, as set out in this Constitution.
# Taxation
## All citizens of Alokhrad are obliged to contribute to the longevity of the nation by means of taxation, as determined by the Chamber.
# Serving the Nation
## All citizens of Alokhrad, in the interest of the unity of our Sultanate, are obliged to adhere to all ratified laws and legislations as decided by the Will of the People, which shall be respected.
## All citizens of Alokhrad, in the interest of the unity of our Sultanate, are obliged to adhere and abide by all Decrees given by the Sultan, which shall be respected in times of strife.
=== Chapter IV: Other ===
==== Article 13: Symbols ====
The Symbol of Alokhrad shall be the Black Haven Eagle, represented by a black roundel on a green base fess or pale.
==== Article 14: State Religion ====
Although all citizens of Alokhrad enjoy the freedom to practice any religion they desire, the state religion shall be Llamaism.
== Amendments ==
Amendment 	Amendment Text	Final Result 	Author
1:st Amendment to the Constitution	§1 The term of office of the Grand Vizier is exactly 30 days. 
§2 A candidature period must begin 2 days before the election of the Grand Vizier, i.e., 28 days after the inauguration of the Grand Vizier. 
§3 According to tradition, the Sultan is responsible for conducting the election. If there is a risk that the Sultan's absence will prevent the deadlines set out in this Act from being met, the Grand Vizier is authorized to initiate both the period of candidature and the election.	11 in favour, 0 opposed.	Baum, Minister of Trade
2:nd Amendment to the Constitution	§1 Freedom of opinion, freedom of the press, freedom of speech and freedom of movement are guaranteed by this amendment. 
§2 Punishments for expressions of opinion that do not violate existing laws are unlawful. 
§3 A nationwide law can restrict this amendment in order to prevent certain texts and statements that are harmful to the state.	13 in favour, 0 opposed.	Baum, Minister of Trade
3:rd Amendment to the Constitution	§1 In times of great hardship, the Sultan may declare a state of national emergency. He shall announce this publicly and give reasons for it. 
§2 In the event of a state of emergency, the ministers of the government have the right to issue decrees which have the status of a national law. These do not have to be put to the vote. The decrees must deal with a subject within their own competence. 
§3 In the case of a state of emergency, the Grand Vizier and the Sultan have the right to issue decrees which have the status of a national law. These do not have to be voted on. The Sultan and Grand Vizier are not bound by any subject restriction. 
§4 A vote must be taken on the decrees at the request of at least 3 citizens. 
§5 The state of emergency may be terminated by the Sultan or in a vote on the motion of at least 5 citizens with an absolute majority.	7 in favour, 
0 opposed	Baum, 
Minister of Trade
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