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Who presided over the Norwegian government during the union?

  • Swedes until 1829, Norwegians until 1856

  • Danes until 1829, Swedes until 1856

  • Norwegians until 1829, Danes until 1856

  • Swedes throughout the union

Answer

The Norwegian government was presided over by viceroys: Swedes until 1829, Norwegians until 1856. The office was later vacant and then abolished in 1873.
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