What is the French National Assembly?
Q: What is the French National Assembly?
A: The French National Assembly is one of the two houses of the Parliament of France under the Fifth Republic. It consists of 577 members known as députés (deputies).
Q: How are deputies elected to the National Assembly?
A: Deputies are elected in each constituency through a two-rounds system.
Q: Who presides over the National Assembly?
A: The National Assembly is presided over by a president normally from the largest party represented, assisted by vice-presidents from across the represented political spectrum.
Q: How long does a term for the National Assembly last?
A: The term of the National Assembly is five years; however, it can be dissolved by President of France at any time unless he dissolved it in the preceding year.
Q: Where is the official seat of the French National Assembly located?
A: The official seat of the French National Assembly is located at Palais Bourbon on left bank of river Seine.
Q: What other house makes up Parliament under Fifth Republic?
A: The other house that makes up Parliament under Fifth Republic is Senate ("Sénat").
