Bhutan is a landlocked country in Eastern Himalayas between China and India. 98.8% of Bhutan is covered by mountains, highest peak is Gangkhar Puensum. Climate varies from subtropical in south to polar-type in north. Experiences five distinct seasons: summer, monsoon, autumn, winter, spring
Netherlands is a country in Northwestern Europe with 18 million inhabitants. Area covers 41,850 km² with 26% below sea level. Official languages are Dutch and West Frisian, with English in Caribbean territories
United States has two major parties: Democratic and Republican. Parties compete in presidential elections every four years. Minor parties have limited electoral success since 1850s. Parties adopt centrist programs with conservative and liberal wings
Republic is a government where power is held by elected representatives. Term "republic" comes from Latin "res public" meaning public affairs. Term evolved from non-authoritarian states to governments with periodic elections
Denmark's population is 5,987,913 as of July 2024. Population growth is steady, reaching 6 million by 2050. Annual growth rate expected to decrease from 0.38% to 0.19%
Democracy derives from Greek words meaning "citizen rule". More than 2000 different democratic variations exist. United States is a representative, electoral, presidential, and constitutional democracy