The political system of Bhutan has evolved over time together with its tradition and culture. It has developed from a fragmented and a disoriented rule of the different regions by local chieftains, lords and clans into the parliamentary democracy. democratic government elected by the people, and a King who unites the country on a common purpose. For the electorate that elects the government executives, His Majesty the King is as indispensible for the continued survival of the nation-state.