Monarchical Sovereignty

Definition

Monarchical sovereignty refers to the supreme authority or power of a monarch within their kingdom. This means that the monarch has the ultimate say in all matters of governance, law, and policy.

Analogy

Think of monarchical sovereignty like being the CEO of a company. The CEO has final say on major decisions and sets the direction for the company, just as a monarch would for their kingdom.

Related terms

Absolute Monarchy: A form of government where the monarch holds supreme authority and where that authority is not restricted by written laws, legislature, or customs.

Divine Right Theory: The belief that a monarch's right to rule comes directly from God rather than through any earthly authority.

Constitutional Monarchy: A form of government in which a king or queen acts as Head of State within parameters set by a constitution.