Political+Characteristics

Singapore's government is a parliamentary republic. It's legal system is also based on English common laws. Singapore gained it's independence from Malaysia in the year of 1965. This year was also the year when Singapore's constitution was amended. In Singapore universal suffrage is practiced along with voting for citizens over the age of 21. 81 members of Singapore's parliament are elected while the other 6 are nominated and appointed by the president. The prime minister of Singapore commands the majority of parliament as well as appointing cabinet members. Overall the prime minister serves as an important head of government. singapore's government may seem complex and unique but in many ways it relates to our government and the governments of other countries. just like in the majority of countries around the world singapoere grants it's people with basic but necessary rights. the basic rights include the freedom of speech and the freedom of religion.