Monarchies in the Middle East are ruled by one supreme ruler, usually a king, a sultan, or an emir. In some countries, this ruler has absolute power, meaning that he has the final say on all government decisions and answers to no one. His powers are not confined by a constitution. Other monarchies have constitutions that limit the ruler's power. In these countries, the ruler shares power with other government officials, such as a prime minister and a cabinet. This allows for a greater balance of power in a monarchy. Tribal law is a prevalent legal system in Middle Eastern monarchies, highlighting the role of the family in government. Monarchies are often controlled by a royal family, who fill most government positions. Top positions are hereditary, meaning that they are passed down through families.
<h3>It is too often tied up in judgements. We say that more group is civilized if it behaves in ways that we think are appropriate. We think that societies are civilized is they act like "good" people as opposed to acting like "savages".</h3>
