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How are members of Bahrainâs Consultative Council selected?
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In the constitutional monarchy of Bahrain, the legislative branch consists of two houses, one of which is the 40-member Consultative Council (also known as the Shura Council).12
Members of the Consultative Council are appointed directly by the king. These members serve four-year terms, matching the term length of the elected members of the Chamber of Deputies.2