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Head of Government

How is the Head of Government selected?

total countries/territories: 236
a Directly elected in general elections (simple majority)
b Directly elected in general elections, absolute majority (with 2nd round if necessary)
c Indirectly elected by legislature/chosen by parliament
d Leader of the party which forms the government becomes Head of Government
e Appointed
f Other
g No information available
h Not applicable
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