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The Main Components in Malaysia Government System

The Legislative

The Legislative (Malaysian Parliament) has the power to enact Federal laws as
well as the states therein. Parliament consists of the King, Seri Paduka Baginda
Yang Di-Pertuan Agong and the two Chambers, the Senate and the House of
Representatives.
Parliament is the Legislative Body of the Federation which makes enacts laws
enforceable in the entire Federation. Parliament is in control of Government
finances. Taxes and federal rates may be increased only with the effect of
Parliament as set out in the Federal law. All the proceeds obtained shall be
deposited in the consolidated Federal Fund and all the money can only be
spent by the authority of Parliament. The Party that wins a majority of seats in
the general election and a majority support in the House of Representatives
will form the Government. The leader of the majority party that obtained the
trust of a large number of members of the House of Representatives or Dewan
Rakyat will be appointed the Prime Minister.