History glossary
Parliament
an assembly that debates laws, taxes, and government, especially in Britain and many later states.
- Category
- Political institution
- Region
- Britain and wider parliamentary systems
What it means
Parliament began in medieval England as a body through which kings consulted nobles, clergy, and representatives. Over time it became central to taxation, lawmaking, and limits on royal power. Many modern countries now use parliamentary systems.
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