History A-Level
The monarchy as an agent of change
What The monarchy as an agent of change means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of The monarchy as an agent of change
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Juan Carlos's role in legitimising the process and restraining the army, and in appointing reformist leaders such as Adolfo Suárez.
Topics that use The monarchy as an agent of change
- Dictatorship remodelled and the transition to democracy, 1956–78 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Church–state relations
- Democratic transition and consolidation
- Economic liberalisation and state planning
- Ideological divisions within Francoism
- Monarchy as a tool for regime continuity and change
- Negotiation and compromise in constitution-making
- Opposition and repression
- Political reform and technocracy
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