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Jean Bodin wrote in support of which kind of control?

  • Decentralized control

  • Weak central control

  • Strong central control

  • Absolute control

Answer

**Strong central control**: Jean Bodin advocated for a centralized form of government, asserting that a strong and absolute ruler was necessary to maintain social order and prevent unrest. He believed that a centralized state could effectively enforce laws, ensure justice, and protect citizens from external threats. Bodin's ideas laid the groundwork for the development of modern nation-states and influenced political thought during the early modern period.
The Mind of Jean Bodin: Unlocking the Legacy of a French Jurist

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