The Verkhovna Rada is the national parliament of Ukraine. It is a unicameral legislative body, meaning it has only one chamber. The Verkhovna Rada is responsible for making laws, approving the budget, and overseeing the government. Members of the parliament, known as deputies, are elected by the public for a term of five years. The Verkhovna Rada consists of 450 deputies who represent various political parties. The parliament meets in the capital city, Kyiv, and plays a crucial role in shaping the country's policies and governance. It also has the authority to ratify international treaties and approve changes to the constitution.