1. To complete this assignment, research each of the Big 6 nations to find out how and why an executive can be removed. 2. Make a chart showing this information. The UK The king or queen cannot be removed. Unless they die. But they don't have really any power anyways. The Prime Minister can be removed through a confidence motion. If this motion is defeated or a vote of no confidence is passed, the Prime Minister must resign or call for a general election. Russia: Can impeach the president through a constitutional process. the process: - 1/3 of the lower house sign the petition for impeachment - approval by the upper house - ruling from the constitutional court VP then takes over as president. China: National People's Congress is responsible for the removal of the president, however there is no formal process. If the president or premier has to leave the office, the NPC appoints the replacement. Nigeria: President can be impeached through a 2/3 majority vote in both upper and lower houses, IF president is found guilty of gross misconduct Mexico: President can be impeached through a constitutional process 2/3 approval by both upper and lower houses is required Iran: President can be removed by the legislature or the Supreme Leader The Supreme Leader can be removed by the Assembly of Experts- a body of 88 people appointed Islamic Scholars