Absolutism in Europe leads to centralized power from "summary" of The Origins of Political Order by Francis Fukuyama
Absolutism in Europe was a form of government where the ruler held absolute power and authority over the state and its people. This system emerged in response to the chaos and violence that plagued Europe during the Middle Ages. The monarchs of Europe sought to consolidate their power and establish control over their territories in order to bring stability and order to their realms. The centralization of power under absolutism allowed the monarch to make decisions quickly and effectively, without having to consult with other branches of government or contend with competing sources of authority. The monarch was able to pass laws, levy taxes, and raise armies at will, creating a highly efficient and centralized system of governance. Absolutism was characterized by the presence of a strong bureaucracy and ...
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