The act of safeguarding or defending something from harm or danger. In the context of 19th-century Europe, protection refers to the ideology that aimed to preserve and uphold traditional monarchies and institutions.
Think of protection as a shield that guards a precious object. In this case, the ideology of protection acted as a shield around traditional monarchies and institutions, shielding them from any threats or attempts at change.
Conservatism: An ideology that emphasizes the preservation of existing social, political, and economic structures. It advocates for gradual change rather than rapid transformations.
Absolutism: A form of government where the ruler holds absolute power, often associated with monarchy. Absolute monarchs have complete control over their territories without being limited by laws or constitutions.
Reactionary: Referring to an individual or group that strongly opposes any kind of social or political change and seeks to restore previous systems or values.
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