History A-Level
Parlements
What Parlements means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Parlements
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Sovereign courts, notably the Parlement of Paris, registered royal edicts and could issue remonstrances, claiming the right to reject laws contrary to fundamental laws.
Topics that use Parlements
- The origins and onset of revolution, 1774–89 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Absolutism
- Aristocratic resistance and the revolt of the nobility
- Breakdown of royal authority
- Court scandal and royal authority
- Economic crisis and social distress
- Enlightenment
- Financial crisis and reform attempts
- Fiscal crisis and reform failure
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