Who was Leopold II's predecessor?
Empress Maria Theresa
Emperor Charles II
Emperor Francis I
Emperor Joseph II
Answer
Emperor Joseph II, Leopold II's predecessor, ruled the Habsburg dominions from 1765 to 1790, striving for centralized authority and modernized governance. His reforms included religious tolerance, the abolition of serfdom, and legal and educational advancements, reflecting Enlightenment ideas. Despite facing resistance from various quarters, his reign laid the foundation for future administrative and social changes within the Habsburg monarchy.
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