Monarchy of Belgium

thumb|Coat of Arms of the Monarchy of Belgium Belgium is a constitutional, hereditary, and popular monarchy. The monarch is titled king or queen of the Belgians and serves as the country's head of state. There have been seven kings since independence in 1830. The incumbent, Philippe, ascended the throne on 21 July 2013, following the abdication of his father. Quotes Anyone, whether in public places or gatherings, by utterances, cries or threats, or by any writing, printed matter, pictures or symbols, which are seized, distributed or sold, for sale or displayed before the eyes of the public, is guilty of insulting the person of the King, shall be punished by imprisonment of six months to three years and a fine of 300 to 3,000 francs. Lese majesty ban violates free speech, Constitutional Court rules See also Belgium Belgian Colonial Empire External links The Belgian monarchy – official site of the Belgian royal family The Belgian monarchy - official brochure of the Belgium government What role for a Belgian monarch? - website Expatica.com Category:Belgian Colonial Empire Category:Belgium Category:Monarchs from Belgium Category:Congo Free State Category:Belgian Congo Category:Belgian Revolution