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Ecuador GovernmentThe constitution has been changed several times during Ecuador's life as a nation, although the republican, presidential system has been maintained throughout. The most outstanding versions of the constitution have been the first one in 1830, the liberal one in 1906, the 1946 one embodying social reforms and the latest one, which has been in force since August 10, 1979, having been approved by referendum on January 15, 1978. Ecuador government has three branches: Executive, Legislative and Judicial. The President, head of the Executive branch, is elected by direct, universal suffrage vote. The winner must obtain an absolute majority, i.e. over 50% of the votes cast. Should no candidate obtain such a majority, a second runoff election is held between the topmost two.
Ecuador Real Estate The Chief of State is also the top authority of the Armed Forces and, in times of crisis, has special powers. The current President of Ecuador is Rafael Correa is in office since January 2007. This Congress has 121 members, of whom 20 are national and the rest are provincial representatives. The Judicial system includes a Tribunal of Constitutional Guarantees, which oversees obedience to the Constitution and rules on any violations thereof; the Supreme Court of Justice, whose members are appointed by the Congress; and Superior Courts of Justice in each province. Some constitutional scholars consider the electoral authority as an actual fourth branch of Ecuador government. It is independent of the other three branches, and comprises the Supreme Electoral Tribunal and the provincial tribunals, all appointed by Congress. This authority organizes elections and referendums, and proclaims the winners. There are governors in each province. According to the law, there should have been one in Pichincha starting on 1996 but the first and only one was removed from his duty after seen that he was just slowing down the processes. Each governor is appointed by the president of the Republic and acts as the president's representative in that province. Ecuador is divided politically into provinces, cantons and parishes. In those cantons containing the provincial capital, there is according to an institution held over from the colonial period, a Mayor elected by popular vote, who administers the canton. Ecuador Recommended Reading:L!VE Travel Guide to Quito, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands This is really a great book! It provides "up-to-date" coverage of Ecuador's most popular destinations. The Travel section provides great information about rafting, climbing, riding, mountain biking and hiking. The Amazon Rainforest, Otavalo (Indian Market) and Baņos are included in this book. (Highly recommended)Lonely Planet Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands This book covers extensively from rugged Ecuador's Andean mountains and the Amazon rainforest, to serene Pacific beaches and the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos Islands. (One of the most complete travel guides to Ecuador) If you have any questions about Ecuador government or if you need assistance to visit and travel around this great country, Click Here to Contact Me
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