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General confiscation of property is prohibited. The penalty of confiscation of private property shall only be imposed by a court judgment and in cases specified by the law.



The respect of the Constitution, compliance with the laws issued by Public Authority, abiding by public order and morality, observing national traditions and established customs is a duty of all who reside in the State of Qatar or enter its territory.



Extradition of political refugees is prohibited; and the law shall determine conditions of granting political asylum.

Organization of Powers





The people are the source of power, and they shall exercise the same in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution.



The system of Government is based on the separation of powers and shall be exercised in collaboration with the manner specified in this Constitution.



The Legislative Authority shall be vested in Al‐Shoura Council as prescribed in this Constitution.



The Executive Authority shall be vested in the Emir and he shall be assisted by the Council of Ministers as specified in this Constitution.



The Judicial Authority shall be vested in courts of law as prescribed in this Constitution; and court judgments shall be pronounced in the name of the Emir. Rh