The 13 states are based on historical Malay kingdoms, and 9 of the 13 states, known as the Malay states, each has a hereditary ruler as titular head of state and an executive Chief Minister or "Menteri Besar" as politically responsible head of government.
The 13 states are based on historical Malay kingdoms.9 of the 13 states is known as the Malay states. The 13 states are each.9 of the 13 states has a hereditary ruler as titular head of state and an executive Chief Minister or "Menteri Besar" as politically responsible head of government. The 13 states are each.