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Who is the Head of State in Canada?

  1. The Prime Minister

  2. The President

  3. The hereditary Sovereign (Queen or King), who reigns in accordance with the Constitution

  4. The Governor General

The correct answer is: The hereditary Sovereign (Queen or King), who reigns in accordance with the Constitution

In Canada, the Head of State is the hereditary Sovereign, who reigns in accordance with the Constitution. This means that the Queen or King holds the highest position in the country and represents the continuity of Canada's constitutional system. The other options, such as the Prime Minister and President, hold political positions and do not have the same constitutional authority as the Sovereign. The Governor General acts as the representative of the Queen or King in Canada and fulfills ceremonial and constitutional duties on their behalf.