Absolute monarchy
Absolute Monarchy (pronunciation: /ˈæb.sə.luːt ˈmɒn.ər.ki/)
An Absolute Monarchy is a form of Government where the Monarch has the power to rule their land freely, with no laws or legally organized opposition in force. The monarch has absolute power among his or her people. An absolute monarch wields unrestricted political power over the sovereign state and its people.
Etymology
The term "Absolute Monarchy" is derived from the Latin words "Absolutus" meaning 'unrestricted' and "Monarchia" meaning 'rule of one'.
Related Terms
- Monarch: An individual who reigns over a kingdom or empire.
- Government: The system by which a state or community is governed.
- Sovereign State: A political entity that is represented by one centralized government.
- Political Power: The capacity to influence or outright control the behavior of people.
History
Absolute monarchy is a historical form of government where the monarch has the power to rule his or her land or state and its citizens freely. The concept of absolute monarchy dates back to the early seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, where it was prevalent in most parts of Europe.
Characteristics
In an absolute monarchy, the monarch rules as an autocrat, with absolute power over the state and government—for example, the right to rule by decree, promulgate laws, and impose punishments. Absolute monarchies are not necessarily authoritarian or totalitarian; the monarch's powers are derived from either a divine right, tradition or a social contract between the monarch and the citizens.
Examples
Historically, the most famous absolute monarchies include the French monarchy under Louis XIV, the Russian monarchy under Peter the Great, and the Saudi Arabian monarchy. Today, countries like Brunei, Oman, and Saudi Arabia are examples of absolute monarchies.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Absolute monarchy
- Wikipedia's article - Absolute monarchy
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