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The '''government of the Commonwealth of Porta Bianca''' ({{lang-cd|Governo da Comunidade da Porta Bianca}}) is delineated by the provisions of the Porta Bianca Constitution. Embracing the fundamental principle of the separation of powers, this framework meticulously organizes the governmental apparatus, fostering a system of checks and balances to ensure the judicious exercise of power.
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This system consists of three distinct branches: firstly, the executive branch, led by the [[Governor of Porta Bianca]], supported by various constitutionally mandated officials and offices; the legislative branch, organized as the [[Porta Bianca General Assembly]], comprising the [[Senate of Porta Bianca|Senate]] and the [[Porta Bianca Chamber of Emissaries|Chamber of Emissaries]]; Lastly, the judicial branch, presided over by the [[Porta Bianca Supreme Court]], which is complemented by lower courts, collectively tasked with upholding and interpreting the laws of the land.
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Beyond these foundational branches, Porta Bianca's governance extends to local authorities, encompassing [[List of parishes in Porta Bianca|parishes]], cities, special districts, and school districts. Furthermore, various government entities and offices operate with a degree of autonomy, their existence and functions firmly rooted in constitutional, statutory, or common law frameworks.
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| '''Country''' || [[Kiravia|Kiravian Federacy]]
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| '''Capital''' || [[Śitterton]]
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| '''Population''' || 3,864,325
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| '''State President''' || Teruon Rykāsar
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| '''Chancellor''' || Marmadóc Ó Flártha
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| '''Legislature''' || General Court
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| '''[[Federal Stanora|Stanora]] seats''' || 3
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| '''Official languages''' || [[Should have been|High Coscivian]]
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| '''State languages''' || [[Taństem Coscivians#Language|Eshavian Coscivian]]<br>[[Kiravic Coscivian]]<br>[[Ĥeiran Coscivians|Ensciryan Coscivian]]
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| '''Recognised languages''' || Kinnír<br>[[Valosian Coscivians|Valosian Coscivian]]<br>[[Gaelic in Kiravia|Kiravian Gaelic]]<br>Wyntran Coscivian<br>Kaguran Coscivian<br>Fenian Kiravic<br>Coscivian Sign Language
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| '''Postal Abbreviation''' || SRK
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| '''Time Zone''' || Valēka Standard Time
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In a testament to democratic principles, Porta Bianca also embraces direct participation by its citizenry through mechanisms such as initiatives, referenda, and ratifications. This multifaceted structure, which bears notable similarities to the governance systems of [[Lombardia]], [[Milan]], [[Verona]], and [[Victoria]], is colloquially referred to as "Commonwealth Law." Yet, it's essential to note that there exists no universal consensus regarding the precise delineation of this term in a de jure sense, thus leaving room for ongoing discourse and evolution within this constitutional framework.
'''Serikorda''' is a state in Northeastern Great Kirav, bordering [[Kaviska]] to the south across Lake Needaname, [[Harma]] to the east, Enscirya to the north, and several states to the west.


== Executive ==
Serikorda has made significant contributions to Kiravian society at large, and has an outsized position of influence in Kiravian politics due to its early, frequent, and fiercely competitive elections.
The executive branch of the Porta Bianca government is presided over by the [[Governor of Porta Bianca|Governor]], who serves as the state's chief executive officer. This leadership position is secured through a two-round vote, with the citizens of Porta Bianca casting their ballots for both the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor in a quadrennial election cycle. The Governor's tenure is subject to term limits, with a maximum of two consecutive terms permitted, each spanning four years.


The Governor exercises considerable authority and responsibilities within the executive realm. These prerogatives encompass the appointment of officials to various key state offices, the authority to grant pardons and reprieves, and the ability to veto proposed legislation. Assisting the Governor in executing these responsibilities is the [[Lieutenant Governor of Porta Bianca|Lieutenant Governor]], the second-highest elected official in the state. The Lieutenant Governor also assumes the role of [[Senate of Porta Bianca|President of the Senate]] and stands as the designated successor to the Governor in circumstances involving the latter's death, resignation, or removal from office.
==History==
The {{wp|type specimen}} fossil of the extinct {{wp|hominin}} ''Homo vetus montanis'', which left trace contributions to the modern Kiravian gene pool, was found neat the base of Mount Talod in County Katla.  


In collaboration with the state legislature, the Governor and Lieutenant Governor engage in the formulation and implementation of policies and programs aimed at enhancing the well-being of Porta Bianca's residents. Their actions are consistently aligned with the principles enshrined in the state's constitution and laws. The timing of elections for executive branch positions is staggered: gubernatorial and lieutenant gubernatorial elections are conducted in even-numbered years that do not coincide with presidential elections, whereas the remaining three statewide offices undergo election proceedings during presidential election years.
<!-- Serikorda was originally home to the Hottopik and Paksun tribes of [[Kiravite Urom]]. Gaelic clans also inhabited parts of the area at various times. During the Coscivian Colonial period, in the course of dividing the still-unsettled areas of Great Kirav, Emperor Xorokaster II issued contradictory decrees granting authority over what would become Serikorda to both the Audiencia of Harma and the Captaincy-General of [[Róvidrea]], which would later be subsumed under the Viceroyalty of Kaviska and the Viceroyalty of Andera, respectively. However, neither colony exercised any actual control over the area, which remained populated mainly by the Paksun and Hottopik. Coscivian and Celtic immigration began in earnest during the [[Cromwelute Wars|Cromwelute Depredations]], with Serikorda's sheltered geography attracting people from coastal areas who moved inland to escape Cromwelute raids. These settlers came mainly from neighbouring Róvidrea, Harma, and the Gaelic lands that would become Irovasdra and Arkelly, and they succeeded in forming lasting settlements around the fringes of the Serikorda Basin while the Urom retained control over the hinterland. Kaviska administered the area as a countyship of Róvidrea and Andera as a countyship of Harma throughout the colonial period, and although the two governments were aware of immigration by each others' subjects and continued to assert their overlapping claims, the limited size of the Coscivian settlements and lack of contact between them prevented the territorial dispute from becoming a matter of concern until much later.


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The Coscivian and Gaelic population of Serikorda declined after the defeat and eradication of the Cromwelutes, which allowed many of the colonists to either return home or move on to the new and often better lands that had become available in Upper Kirav. However, it would recover during the Viceregal period when mounting population pressure across the eastern seaboard increased demand for land and many people became willing to settle in highland, forest, and frontier areas further from the control of the increasingly corrupt and heavy-handed Viceregal governments. As before, the southern part of the state would be settled mainly by [[Kir people|Kir Coscivians]] and Sedhan Coscivians pushing northward from Róvidrea, the east would be settled mainly by [[Taństem Coscivians]] pushing westward from Harma and [[Fariva]], and the upland northern and western areas would be settled mainly by Gaels. However, unlike during the Cromwelute Wars, these larger waves of settlers with improved agricultural and military technology were far more successful in decimating the Urom population and bringing large tracts of land under cultivation, creating contiguous zones of settlement that eventually collided with one another. This resulted in a great deal of violence between settler militias of different origins settling on tracts of land granted to them by their respective governments. Kiyrgava (later the [[United Provinces]]), Andera, and Arkelly sent troops into Serikorda on various occasions to evict "squatters", and more rarely to engage the regular forces of other claimants. -->
File:Maria Dolores Del Rio 2.jpg|'''[[Celeste Lopes]] (SDP)''' <br /> [[Governor of Porta Bianca|Governor]]
File:RL45_14-09.jpg|'''[[Isabela Alencar]] (SDP)'''  <br /> [[Lieutenant Governor of Porta Bianca|Lieutenant Governor]]
File:Foto_oficial_de_Lídice_da_Mata.jpg|'''Sônia Real (SDP)''' <br /> Secretary of State
File:Beto_Faro.jpg|'''Giovane Ventura (SDP)''' <br /> [[Porta Bianca Attorney General|Attorney General]]
File:Foto_oficial_de_Ana_Amélia_Lemos.jpg|'''Arlene Rios (SDP)''' <br /> State Treasurer
File:Foto_oficial_de_Paulo_Rocha.jpg|'''Armando Ximenes (SDP)''' <br /> State Comptroller
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=== Agencies and departments ===
==Politics and Government==
[[File:Florida_Department_of_Revenue.JPG|thumb|left|200px|Porta Bianca Department of Revenue building.]]
Serikorda is widely known for the complicated structure of its state government, its strong municipal governments, its {{wp|cosocionational}} constitution, and it its fiercely competitive political landscape.
Porta Bianca's government encompasses a diverse array of departments, each entrusted with a distinct set of responsibilities that exert a direct influence on the daily lives of its residents. These departments span an extensive spectrum, encompassing functions such as administrative services, agriculture, banking and finance, behavioral health and developmental disabilities, community affairs, community health, corrections, defense, early care and learning, economic development, education, game and wildlife, human services, juvenile justice, labor, lottery, motor vehicles, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, and veteran affairs.
===Law===
===Local Government===
Owing to the strong localist traditions of both the Eshavian community with its Anderan town meetings on one hand and the "croft and clan" orientation of the Highlander community on the other, as well as the fact that the state government has reliably been gridlocked and dysfunctional, Serikorda has very strong local governments, even by Kiravian standards.


Within this multifaceted landscape, each department assumes its own specialized duties and obligations. Some departments are primarily engaged in delivering essential services to the citizenry, while others prioritize regulatory and oversight roles. For instance, the Department of Agriculture is dedicated to safeguarding the quality and safety of agricultural products throughout the state, while the Department of Corrections oversees the management of state penitentiaries and rehabilitation initiatives. These departments collectively constitute a fundamental pillar of governance, facilitating the welfare of Porta Bianca's populace and the effective operation of the state's infrastructure and economy.
Major classes of municipal governments include:
City
Town
Township
Charter village


== Legislature ==
Minor classes include:
{{Main|Porta Bianca General Assembly}}
Direct-democratic village
[[File:Capitolio_de_Puerto_Rico_(28755163211)_(cropped).jpg|thumb|right|200px|Porta Bianca Capitol Building.]]
Sortition village
The [[Porta Bianca General Assembly]] serves as the legislative branch of the Porta Bianca state government, comprising two distinct chambers: the [[Senate of Porta Bianca]] and the [[Porta Bianca Chamber of Emissaries]]. This bicameral structure designates the Senate as the upper house and the Chamber of Emissaries as the lower house. The legislative framework is primarily outlined in the Constitution of Porta Bianca, which prescribes the composition of the Senate, consisting of 34 senators, each elected from single-member districts corresponding to the state's 34 parishes. Additionally, it mandates a minimum of 100 emissaries, their allocation being apportioned among emissarial districts. As of the present day, the state adheres to the constitutionally established number of 34 senators and 100 emissaries. These elected officials serve distinct terms, senators serving for four years, while emissaries serve two-year terms, with no set limits on the number of terms they can serve.
Mountain hamlet
Indigenous municipality


The Porta Bianca General Assembly convenes for regular sessions on an annual basis, with the official commencement occurring on the first Monday of January each year, except when this date coincides with New Year's Day. Beyond the regular sessions, the governor possesses the authority to call special sessions as needed. Additionally, the governor wields the power to veto legislation passed by the Assembly, although this veto can be overturned by a simple majority vote in both chambers.
===Political Parties===
Serikordan electoral law is notoriously permissive with regard to the registration of new political parties, {{wp|ballot access}}, and {{wp|electoral fusion}}. As of Sávilús 21207, there are 216 active registered parties and 306 registered parties that are inactive or in abeyance.


The General Assembly holds the pivotal responsibility of passing laws, appropriating funds for state governmental operations, and possesses the authority to override gubernatorial vetoes through a two-thirds majority vote in each chamber. Furthermore, the Senate plays a crucial role in confirming the governor's appointments to specific executive branch positions, whereas the Chamber of Emissaries takes on the task of initiating bills related to revenue generation.
In accordance with [[Antipartisan law in Kiravia| the antipartisan laws adopted after Kirosocialism]], political parties as generally understood may not operate in the federal government, and registration of political parties must take place at the federal-subject level. Parties seeking a multi-state presence must have separately incorporated, registered, and financed chapters in each state. As such, due to its permissive registration policies, Serikordia is usually the first or second state where new or newly-expanding multistate parties establish a chapter, even if they engage in little or no political activity in Serikordia itself.


As the legislative body of paramount significance in the state of Porta Bianca, the General Assembly's members diligently represent their respective constituencies, striving to enact legislation that mirrors the needs and values of the Porta Bianca populace. All state laws are systematically codified within the Code of Porta Bianca, and, in the event of a new constitution, the General Assembly is constitutionally mandated to oversee the ratification process.
==Society and Culture==
== Judiciary ==
{{Main|Judiciary of Porta Bianca}}
[[File:Corrected Pueblo County, CO, Courthouse IMG 5089.JPG|thumb|left|200px|Porta Bianca Supreme Court building.]]
The judicial arm of Porta Bianca is formally recognized as the [[Porta Bianca Commonwealth Judiciary]]. It comprises various tiers, with the highest among them being the [[Porta Bianca Supreme Court]], which holds its sessions at Mirozia Hall, conveniently located adjacent to the state's capitol building. Additionally, the commonwealth maintains a network of smaller appellate and trial courts distributed throughout all 34 of its parishes, each of which possesses its own courts.


At the most foundational level, each parish operates a parish court, encompassing the state's three distinct trial-level courts. The first of these is the circuit court, vested with broad jurisdiction encompassing civil and criminal cases. Within its purview are jury trials, criminal felony cases, guardianship matters, probate matters, and civil cases exceeding the sum of $40,000. Circuit courts share concurrent jurisdiction with district courts for non-jury civil cases with amounts in controversy ranging from $10,000 to $40,000.
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Serikorda is notable for its highly {{wp|pillarisation|pillarised}} society, in which


The next tier comprises the district courts, tasked with adjudicating administrative appeals related to motor vehicle registration, civil actions involving claims not surpassing $40,000, criminal offenses punishable by up to one year of imprisonment, ejection cases, landlord-tenant disputes, and related claims and injunctions, as well as probable cause hearings for felony cases. These courts also handle small claims not exceeding $5,000, traffic infractions and violations, and violations of state laws or parish ordinances.
'''PILLARS'''
*The '''First Pillar''' or '''Anderan Pillar''' was established by Coscivian settlers who came to Serikorda from [[Harma]] and [[Fariva]]. The majority of people in the First Pillar are ethnic [[Taństem Coscivians|Taństem]], though it has grown to include people of other ethnic backgrounds who regularly use the Eshavian Coscivian language or were educated in historically Eshavian schools. In modern times, non-Gaelic people who move to Serikorda from Harma and Fariva typically identify and register with the First Pillar, as do other newcomers who settle in predominantly First Pillar communities. Members of the First Pillar are most heavily concentrated in the east.


The final trial-level entity is the family court, focusing exclusively on cases concerning families and children. Its jurisdiction encompasses three primary categories: children, domestic relations, and domestic violence. The family court also hears civil commitment cases, matters relating to the guardianship of adults, and cases of adult abuse.
*The '''Second Pillar''' or '''Róvidrean Pillar''' was established by Coscivian settlers who came to Serikorda from Róvidrea and other parts of [[Kaviska]]. Members of the Kir subgroups native to Kaviska (most prominently Róvidrean Coscivians, but also Estuary Coscivians and Kandans) account for a plurality of people in this pillar, though it has grown to include such diverse groups as Paisonic Coscivians, [[Melian Isles|Melotes]], and Rumelis. The community language of the Second Pillar is [[Kiravic Coscivian]]. Members of the Second Pillar are most heavily concentrated in the south.


Beyond the trial courts, the [[Porta Bianca Court of Appeals]] assumes its role as the state's intermediate appellate court. Its appellate jurisdiction extends statewide, encompassing all cases except those revolving around constitutional issues, murder, and habeas corpus cases, which initially fall under the exclusive appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. In certain instances, the Court of Appeals may choose to certify legal questions to the Supreme Court for consideration.
*The '''Third Pillar''', also known as the '''Celtic Pillar''' or '''Fenian Pillar''', was established by Gaelic people who came to Serikorda from existing areas of Gaelic settlement to the state's north and west, mainly Irovasdra and Arkelly. It mainly comprises ethnic Gaels and [[Féinem]], though many [[Ĥeiran Coscivians]] and non-Gaelic adherents of the [[Insular Apostolic Church]] identify and register with the Third Pillar. The community language of the Third Pillar is [[Gaelic in Kiravia|Kiravian Gaelic]], though [[Fenian Kiravic]] may in fact be just as commonly used in everyday life. Members of the Third Pillar are most heavily concentrated in the north and west.


The pinnacle of the judicial hierarchy is the Porta Bianca Supreme Court, vested with exclusive appellate jurisdiction over constitutional cases and election contest cases, as prescribed by the 1978 Constitution of Porta Bianca. Furthermore, the Supreme Court exercises general appellate jurisdiction over a wide array of cases, including but not limited to those concerning land title, will and equity matters, divorce and alimony disputes, certified cases, death penalty cases, and writs of habeas corpus or certiorari. The court also retains the authority to assume jurisdiction over cases from the Porta Bianca Court of Appeals when they are deemed to possess significant public relevance. It has seven justices who serve staggered 12-year terms, with a mandatory retirement age of 80. The Supreme Court also selects its own Chief Justice from among the seven justices, who serves a maximum of 12 years as Chief Justice.
'''MINOR PILLARS'''
In addition to the three major pillars of Serikordan society, the law also recognises several minor pillars. The '''Kaltan Pillar''' exists for the state's large Kaltan Coscivian population and can maintain its own educational and cultural facilities and policies, but does not have a reservation in the cosocionational system of the state's politics. For electoral purposes, members of the Kaltan Pillar must register with one of the three major pillars (usually the Second or Third). The Valosian Pillar, for [[Valosian Coscivians]], exists in similar circumstances to the Kaltan Pillar. The '''Kirosocialist Pillar''' was organised during the Kirosocialist era in the spirit of national/civic unity and ethnosocial [[Glossary of Coscivian Terms#Dh|nondistinctionism]] after government-imposed depillarisation of Serikorda failed. Although it originally had the same political rights and organisational structure as the major pillars (despite having far fewer members), the Kirosocialist pillar had almost all of its political reservations stripped from it after the National Renewal and now operates in a similar fashion to the Kaltan Pillar. The '''Urom Pillar''' was created by an act of the state legislature in 21202 as part of the state's efforts at reconciliation with its severely reduced Urom population, which was subjected to genocide in the course of Coscivian and Celtic settlement. Though the smallest pillar by far with 2,136, it is reserved legislative seats. Its community languages are Hottopik and Paksun, which have 160 and 4 native speakers, respectively. 27% of people registered with the Urom Pillar are Urom from tribes native to other parts of the country.  


== Local government ==
There exists the option to register with the General or Nondistinctive Pillar, though this pillar has no social institutions of its own and affords its members little in the way of amenities, patronage, or political clout.
{{See also|List of parishes in Porta Bianca}}
Porta Bianca's administrative divisions, namely its parishes, constitute the fundamental units of governance within the commonwealth. These thirty-two contiguous and two insular jurisdictions bear a substantial responsibility for the provision of crucial services to their residents, including but not limited to fire and police protection, water and sewage treatment, and the maintenance of road infrastructure. To oversee the effective and efficient delivery of these services, each parish is governed by a Board of Commissioners vested with the authority to ensure their proper administration.


A prominent feature of Porta Bianca's governance structure is its robust home rule provision, which empowers parishes with a significant degree of autonomy in decision-making. Parishes possess the capacity to adopt individual charters, delineating the contours of their government frameworks and defining their respective powers and obligations. This flexibility allows each parish to tailor its governance to suit the specific needs of its inhabitants. It is worth highlighting, however, that the scope of home rule authority varies from state to state, and unlike some jurisdictions, Porta Bianca's parishes possess the ability to codify and enact ordinances with parish-wide applicability.
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Similarly, the cities within Porta Bianca's administrative landscape are important entities in the state's governance. They share responsibilities akin to those of the parishes, including service provision. Cities are endowed with the authority to enact their own ordinances, which hold legal force exclusively within their municipal boundaries. This grants cities an elevated level of self-determination in the realm of decision-making.
==Economy==
Serikorda has an underdeveloped economy suffering from high unemployment and limited investment. The decline of key industries, limited agricultural potential, and lack of a seacoast or inland waterway are the main factors behind the state's disappointing economic performance.
Serikorda prospered greatly in the days of the [[Ice trade in Kiravia|ice trade]], cutting the plentiful ice from the surface of Lake Needaname for transportation to the coastal states and export from [Northern Kaviska City], Bissáv, and Śonseuv.


While the amalgamation of city-parish governments remains relatively recent, with only [[Amar]], the {{wp|capital city|state capital}}, operating under this model, there is an emerging trend favoring consolidation. Communities are increasingly considering this approach as a means to streamline governance and curtail expenditures.
The pine flannel industry was once a major pillar of the state economy and the lifeblood of many hill towns, but is now a waning {{wp|sunset industry}}. Most of the pine flannel mills were converted into worker coöperatives during Kirosocialism, under the purview of the Pine Flannel Board. Most have since closed under the pressure of trade liberalisation and competition from superior woolen and synthetic fibre flannels, though a few remain in operation.


The parishes of Porta Bianca wield significant influence in the domain of education. Within their respective jurisdictions, they bear the responsibility for P-12 education, overseen by parish-wide school districts. Elected school boards typically manage these districts, enjoying considerable autonomy in matters such as curriculum development, teacher recruitment, and financial management. Although the state government provides educational funding, local school boards maintain the authority to tailor educational approaches to the unique needs of their communities. This decentralization, however, is balanced by the requirement for adherence to the state's fundamental curriculum standards.
The post-Kirosocialist economy of Serikorda is buoyed by tourism (focused on picturesque Lake Needaname, historic towns and quaint villages, and {{wp|trekking}} in the hills and mountains) and the companion industry of constructing vacation and retirement homes.
== See also ==


[[Category: Porta Bianca]]
[[File:Field of buckwheat at Horokanai, Hokkaido.JPG|thumb|{{wp|Coscivian cuckwheat}} cultivation in the piedmont plateau]]
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Revision as of 02:44, 25 September 2023


Commonwealth of Serikorda
Lódrikéarita Serikorda

Flag

Country Kiravian Federacy
Capital Śitterton
Population 3,864,325
State President Teruon Rykāsar
Chancellor Marmadóc Ó Flártha
Legislature General Court
Stanora seats 3
Official languages High Coscivian
State languages Eshavian Coscivian
Kiravic Coscivian
Ensciryan Coscivian
Recognised languages Kinnír
Valosian Coscivian
Kiravian Gaelic
Wyntran Coscivian
Kaguran Coscivian
Fenian Kiravic
Coscivian Sign Language
Postal Abbreviation SRK
Time Zone Valēka Standard Time

Serikorda is a state in Northeastern Great Kirav, bordering Kaviska to the south across Lake Needaname, Harma to the east, Enscirya to the north, and several states to the west.

Serikorda has made significant contributions to Kiravian society at large, and has an outsized position of influence in Kiravian politics due to its early, frequent, and fiercely competitive elections.

History

The type specimen fossil of the extinct hominin Homo vetus montanis, which left trace contributions to the modern Kiravian gene pool, was found neat the base of Mount Talod in County Katla.


Politics and Government

Serikorda is widely known for the complicated structure of its state government, its strong municipal governments, its cosocionational constitution, and it its fiercely competitive political landscape.

Law

Local Government

Owing to the strong localist traditions of both the Eshavian community with its Anderan town meetings on one hand and the "croft and clan" orientation of the Highlander community on the other, as well as the fact that the state government has reliably been gridlocked and dysfunctional, Serikorda has very strong local governments, even by Kiravian standards.

Major classes of municipal governments include: City Town Township Charter village

Minor classes include: Direct-democratic village Sortition village Mountain hamlet Indigenous municipality

Political Parties

Serikordan electoral law is notoriously permissive with regard to the registration of new political parties, ballot access, and electoral fusion. As of Sávilús 21207, there are 216 active registered parties and 306 registered parties that are inactive or in abeyance.

In accordance with the antipartisan laws adopted after Kirosocialism, political parties as generally understood may not operate in the federal government, and registration of political parties must take place at the federal-subject level. Parties seeking a multi-state presence must have separately incorporated, registered, and financed chapters in each state. As such, due to its permissive registration policies, Serikordia is usually the first or second state where new or newly-expanding multistate parties establish a chapter, even if they engage in little or no political activity in Serikordia itself.

Society and Culture

Economy

Serikorda has an underdeveloped economy suffering from high unemployment and limited investment. The decline of key industries, limited agricultural potential, and lack of a seacoast or inland waterway are the main factors behind the state's disappointing economic performance.

Serikorda prospered greatly in the days of the ice trade, cutting the plentiful ice from the surface of Lake Needaname for transportation to the coastal states and export from [Northern Kaviska City], Bissáv, and Śonseuv.

The pine flannel industry was once a major pillar of the state economy and the lifeblood of many hill towns, but is now a waning sunset industry. Most of the pine flannel mills were converted into worker coöperatives during Kirosocialism, under the purview of the Pine Flannel Board. Most have since closed under the pressure of trade liberalisation and competition from superior woolen and synthetic fibre flannels, though a few remain in operation.

The post-Kirosocialist economy of Serikorda is buoyed by tourism (focused on picturesque Lake Needaname, historic towns and quaint villages, and trekking in the hills and mountains) and the companion industry of constructing vacation and retirement homes.

Coscivian cuckwheat cultivation in the piedmont plateau