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What kind of rule did Pope Pius IV exercise over the Papal States?

  • Democratic

  • Tyrannical

  • Oligarchic

  • Benevolent and central

Answer

The Papal States, encompassing territories in central Italy, were governed by Pope Pius IV with a benevolent and centralized rule. He sought to enhance the well-being of his subjects through various administrative and social reforms. Pope Pius IV emphasized the importance of stability and order, prioritizing the welfare of the people and the consolidation of papal authority within the Papal States.
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