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Why was Ferdinand's eldest brother Philip excluded from succession?

  • Criminal behavior

  • Death in battle

  • Abdication

  • Imbecility

Answer

Philip, Ferdinand's elder brother, was excluded due to imbecility. He exhibited significant mental disabilities that rendered him unfit to assume the responsibilities of kingship. This unfortunate circumstance led to Ferdinand becoming the direct heir and ultimately ascending to the throne.
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