# Second Chamber

> lower house of the bicameral parliament of Sweden, 1866–1970

**Wikidata**: [Q10411413](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10411413)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andra_kammaren)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/second-chamber

## Summary
The Second Chamber was the lower house of Sweden's bicameral parliament from 1866 to 1970. It functioned as a deliberative assembly with the authority to pass, amend, and repeal laws, serving as a key legislative body in Sweden's political system during that period.

## Key Facts
- **Instance of**: Legislature, lower house
- **Part of**: Swedish bicameral parliament
- **Aliases**: Andra kammaren, Seconde chambre
- **Country**: Sweden
- **Dissolved, abolished, or demolished date**: 1970
- **Lex ID**: Andra_Kammaren
- **Freebase ID**: /m/0_yglrv
- **NE.se ID**: andra-kammaren
- **Wikipedia title**: Andra kammaren
- **Wikipedia languages**: Commons, Danish, English, Swedish
- **Commons category**: Former second chamber of the Swedish Riksdag building
- **Sitelink count**: 4
- **Image**: [Commons reference](https://commons...)
- **Applies to jurisdiction**: Sweden
- **Has parts**: Members of the Second Chamber

## FAQs
**What was the Second Chamber's role in Sweden's political system?**
The Second Chamber served as the lower house of Sweden's bicameral parliament, with the power to pass, amend, and repeal laws, functioning as a key legislative body from 1866 to 1970.

**When was the Second Chamber established and dissolved?**
The Second Chamber was established in 1866 and dissolved in 1970, marking the end of Sweden's bicameral parliamentary system.

**What languages were used to describe the Second Chamber on Wikipedia?**
The Second Chamber was described on Wikipedia in Commons, Danish, English, and Swedish.

**What is the significance of the Second Chamber's image on Commons?**
The image on Commons represents the former second chamber of the Swedish Riksdag building, providing a visual reference to the historical legislative space.

## Why It Matters
The Second Chamber played a crucial role in Sweden's legislative process during the 19th and early 20th centuries, serving as a platform for debate and lawmaking. Its abolition in 1970 marked a shift in Sweden's political structure, transitioning to a unicameral system. The chamber's legacy reflects Sweden's evolving democratic practices and institutional reforms.

## Notable For
- Served as the lower house of Sweden's bicameral parliament from 1866 to 1970.
- Had the authority to pass, amend, and repeal laws.
- Dissolved in 1970, leading to Sweden's transition to a unicameral parliamentary system.
- Represented by the former second chamber of the Swedish Riksdag building in visual archives.

## Body
### History
The Second Chamber was established in 1866 as part of Sweden's bicameral parliamentary system, alongside the First Chamber. It functioned as the lower house, with members elected to represent the people. The chamber's dissolution in 1970 marked the end of Sweden's bicameral structure, transitioning to a unicameral system.

### Structure and Function
The Second Chamber operated as a legislature, with the power to pass, amend, and repeal laws. It was composed of members who served as representatives of the Swedish population. The chamber's role was central to Sweden's legislative process during its existence.

### Cultural and Historical Significance
The Second Chamber's legacy is preserved in historical archives and visual references, such as the former second chamber of the Swedish Riksdag building on Commons. These resources provide insight into the chamber's historical significance and its role in Sweden's political landscape.

### Related Entities
The Second Chamber was part of the Swedish bicameral parliament, which included the First Chamber. It had members who served as representatives of the Swedish people. The chamber's dissolution in 1970 led to the establishment of a unicameral system in Sweden.

### References and Identifiers
The Second Chamber is referenced by identifiers such as Andra_Kammaren (Lex ID), /m/0_yglrv (Freebase ID), and andra-kammaren (NE.se ID). Its Wikipedia page includes descriptions in multiple languages, reflecting its broader historical and cultural relevance.