Matching Pairs SPANISH INSTITUTIONSOnline version CONNECT EVERY INSTITUTION WITH THEIR FUNCTIONS/DEFINITIONS by Ignacio Fernandez 1 it is also called the “higher chamber”. They approve or deny the laws that have been passed in the Congress of the deputies. 2 It regulates the political and administrative organization of each autonomous communities. 3 It regulates the social, political and economic life of Spain. 4 It defines the rights and musts of the citizens. 5 It was approved by the Spanish citizens on December 6th, 1978. 6 Its members are called “senators” and are elected every four years in the general elections. 7 It decides whether the laws are being obeyed or not and what sanctions need to be established. 8 Its members are called “deputies” and are elected every four years in the general elections. 9 It is made up of twelve magistrates. It decides whether laws follow the Constitution or are against it. 10 These two chambers propose, debate and pass/ban laws. Deputies and Senators are elected by the citizens every four years in General Elections. 11 It is carried out by the Government. They implement the laws that the Congress of Deputies and the Senate pass. They also manage public services. 12 it is also called the “lower chamber”. Laws are approved or denied here. 13 It decides whether the decisions of other judges are correct or not. 14 Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces 15 Representation of Spain overseas. Legislative Power The Supreme Court Executive Power Congress of the Deputies Head of State (the King) Spanish Constitution Spanish Constitution approval date Judicial Power The Senate The Constitutional Court Statutes of Autonomy
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