The "Line of Succession" refers to the order in which individuals are eligible to inherit a position of authority, typically in a monarchy or political office. In many countries, this line is determined by laws and customs that outline who will take over leadership roles when the current leader can no longer serve, such as due to death, abdication, or removal. In a monarchy, the line of succession often follows a specific hierarchy, starting with the monarch's children, followed by grandchildren and other relatives. For example, in the British monarchy, the line of succession is governed by rules like the Act of Settlement 1701 and the Succession to the Crown Act 2013, which ensure that the throne passes to the next eligible heir.