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President: No
Electoral System (Chamber 1): Two-Round System
Voting age: 21
Compulsory/voluntary voting: Voting is voluntary
Electoral Management model: Governmental
Voting outside the country is permitted for: Citizens outside the country (including those on vacation)



Bahrain

Bahrain





 

Bahrain

Description of Electoral System:

 (Courtesy of IFES election guide)

The monarchy is hereditary. In the Shura Council 40 members are appointed by the monarch. In the House of Deputies 40 members are elected by direct vote to serve 4-year terms. 

 

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