> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://hakuto-white-paper.gitbook.io/hakuto/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://hakuto-white-paper.gitbook.io/hakuto/governance-and-community/5.1-governance-mechanism.md).

# 5.1 Governance Mechanism

HAKUTO's governance is operated by the decentralized HAKUTO DAO, which provides a platform for token holders to directly participate in decisions about "The Moon" metaverse's policies, development directions, and other critical decisions. The governance process includes the submission of proposals, discussions, and voting by members holding HAKUTO Tokens