In which country the Head of the State gets his office by the law of hereditary succession?

(A) China
(B) Sri Lanka
(C) France
(D) Japan

Correct Answer : Japan
Question Asked : SSC Combined Matric Level (Pre) Exam 2002
Explanation : The Emperor of Japan- defined in the Constitution is “the symbol of the State and of the unity of the people” (Article 1) and generally recognized throughout the world as the Japanese head of state - is a ceremonial figurehead with no independent discretionary powers related to the governance of Japan. The post is hereditary and is monarchical.
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