States-General, a constitutional assembly in some countries, also referred to as a National Assembly, Legislative Assembly, or Parliament. It is an important institution of democratic governance in various countries worldwide. The term may have different synonyms depending on the context, such as Congress, Diet, Cortes, Estates, and Assembly. The Synonyms vary by country and region. For example, in the United States, the States-General may be referred to as Congress, while in the United Kingdom, it is known as the Parliament. Irrespective of the name, the purpose remains the same to represent and legislate on behalf of the people and the country, to ensure good governance.