Oman Constitution

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Constitution: none; note - on 6 November 1996, Sultan QABOOS issued a royal decree promulgating a basic law considered by the government to be a constitution which, among other things, clarifies the royal succession, provides for a prime minister, bars ministers from holding interests in companies doing business with the government, establishes a bicameral legislature, and guarantees basic civil liberties for Omani citizens

Definition: This entry includes the dates of adoption, revisions, and major amendments.

Source: CIA World Factbook - Unless otherwise noted, information in this page is accurate as of February 21, 2013

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