Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
The Netherlands is a constitutional monarchy with the King as ceremonial head of state, while governance is conducted through a parliamentary system.
12 Provinces
The country consists of 12 provinces, each with its own elected provincial council.
Bicameral States General
The States General consists of the House of Representatives, directly elected, and the Senate, elected indirectly by provincial councils.
Proportional Representation Elections
The States General consists of the House of Representatives, directly elected, and the Senate, elected indirectly by provincial councils.