Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an enlightened despot?

  1. Introduced legal reforms

  2. Allowed freedom of press

  3. Supported freedom of worship

  4. Ruled under constitutional monarchy

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Enlightened despots were absolute monarchs who adopted Enlightenment ideas to improve their rule, but they did not relinquish power to a constitutional monarchy. They maintained their absolute authority while implementing reforms.