How are members of Bahrain’s Chamber of Deputies chosen?

In Bahrain, the legislative branch consists of two houses, one of which is the 40-member Chamber of Deputies. Members of the Chamber of Deputies are chosen by universal adult suffrage, meaning they are elected by the voting public. These members serve four-year terms.12

This system differs from the Consultative Council (Shura Council), which is also composed of 40 members but is appointed directly by the king.12