The monarchical government is led by the king of Saudi Arabia. He is the head of the monarchy, the house of Saud, the two Holy mosques and also the military of the nation. His powers, though considerable, are limited and guided by the religious leaders or the Ulemas. He appoints a 150 member consultative body, which guides his administrative steps for a term of four years.
This apart, the responsibility of administration is distributed among cabinet ministry of the King. There are several government ministries, which are given individual responsibilities of agriculture, defense, finance, education and several such other aspects. The country is divided into thirteen provinces for a more localized supervision of all Saudi political affairs.
Saudi Arabia government and politics decide the administrative efficiency and the ultimate progress of the nation.
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