According to Article 4 of the Kuwait Constitution, succession to the throne of the Amir is legally restricted to the legitimate descendants of which historical ruler?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Sheikh Mubarak Al-Sabah
- Step 1: Article 4 of the 1962 Constitution explicitly establishes that 'Kuwait is a hereditary Emirate, the succession to which shall be in the descendants of the late Mubarak Al-Sabah.'
- Step 2: The Amir designates the Heir Apparent (Crown Prince) within one year of his accession, whose appointment must be confirmed by a majority vote of the National Assembly.
- Step 3: This constitutional rule safeguards royal dynastic continuity.
Answer
Sheikh Mubarak Al-Sabah.
Why not the others: 'Sheikh Sabah I' founded the dynasty in 1752, but succession was constitutionally narrowed to Mubarak's branch; 'Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem' was the constitutional father; 'Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber' was Mubarak's grandson.
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