The
Knesset ( ; lit.
the gathering or
assembly; ) is the
unicameral national legislature of
Israel. As the
legislative branch of the
Israeli government, the Knesset passes all laws, elects the
President and
Prime Minister (although the latter is ceremonially appointed by the President), approves the
cabinet, and supervises the work of the government. In addition, the Knesset elects the
State Comptroller. It also has the power to waive the immunity of its members, remove the
President and the State Comptroller from office, dissolve the government in a
constructive vote of no confidence, and to dissolve itself and call new elections. The Prime Minister may dissolve the Knesset. However, until an election is completed, the Knesset maintains authority in its current composition. The Knesset is located in
Givat Ram,
Jerusalem.
