Understanding Absolute and Limited Monarchy

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Absolute monarchy

System where the monarch holds supreme, unchecked power (e.g., Louis XIV).

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James I of England

Stuart king (1603-25) who believed strongly in divine right of kings.

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Limited (constitutional) monarchy

Monarchy restrained by laws or a legislature (e.g., post-1688 England).

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Louis XIV, the Sun King

French absolute monarch (1643-1715) who centralized power and built Versailles.

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Palace of Versailles

Grand royal residence symbolizing absolute monarchy and baroque opulence.