Nation State - Role of the monarchy in forging a nation state

9 important questions on Nation State - Role of the monarchy in forging a nation state

What did a centralised and effective bureaucratic state do?

It enhanced the power of the crown and brought together diverse legal systems and political privileges. 

Why does centralisation not equate nationhood?

There is no evidence to suggest that monarchs created a popular sense of belonging = unification rather than unity.

Why was loyalty to a sovereign figure head not enough to define a nation state?

- French monarchs lacked resources and the will to erode parochial privileges

- factors out with their control

  • Higher grades + faster learning
  • Never study anything twice
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Discover Study Smart

Why could a nation state not be formed purely through the monarch?

The coronation image of the King's touch healing Scrofula suggests a powerful monarch; however, the intentions of an individual monarch were more self centered than the evolution of a nation state.

In what 3 provinces did LXII and HII create new parlements? What does this suggest?

Rennes, Normandy and Provence = they saw parlements as a potentially positive force for legislation

Which king contributed the most to building a nation state? Why?

HIV - he was able to restore peace and monarchical authority to the Kingdom, bringing about a renewed sense of unity and nationhood. In many ways he resurrected the work of earlier monarchs such as HII, although the circumstances of Kingship were very different - in some ways this was an advantage. By 1610 it would still be difficult to define France as a nation state, but HIV had made significant strides in that direction.

Describe a significant continuity regarding marriage? What does this show?

3 successive marriages e.g. CVIII married Anne of Brittany as well as LXII and Francis I married her daughter, Claude = shows Brittany is important as it is on the coast = offers trade and security. 

What does the centralisation of strong monarchs do?

Creates uniformed law to an extent 

What does weak kingship encourage?

Parochialism 

The question on the page originate from the summary of the following study material:

  • A unique study and practice tool
  • Never study anything twice again
  • Get the grades you hope for
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Remember faster, study better. Scientifically proven.
Trustpilot Logo