Question

What factors led to the rise of the french absolutist state under louis xiv?

Answer 1

There are several factors that led to the rise of the French absolutist state under Louis XIV. Earlier, Henry the Great was trying to keep the peace in France. In the process, he lowered the taxes and instead charged royal officials for the right of their heirs to inherit their positions. He also improved the roads and canals after the Civil War. However, he was assassinated. When Louis XIV ascended to the throne he chose nobles as part of his council. Jean Baptiste Colbert who was practically the right-hand of King Louis XIV' was a financial genius and a controller general. Spain's weak leadership and economy during the time also contributed to the rise of a French absolutist state.