Functional constituencies: Each functional sector represents an important economic, social or occupational group in the HKSAR. Eligible electors can vote for the representatives of their sectors.
The Basic Law prescribed that the composition of the LegCo will change with a gradual and orderly progress and at last there should be election of all members of the LegCo by universal suffrage.
The District Councils advise the government on matters affecting the well-being of residents in the districts , as well as the appropriateness and priorities of government programmes.
They are provided with funds for improving the environment and organizing cultural, recreational and community activities in the districts.
The Judiciary follows the principles of the Common Law ,and upholds the independence of the judiciary: Judicial officers are not influenced by the Executive Authorities and Legislature in the due execution of judicial powers, They are independent in decision-making.