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How did joseph ll’s rule show similarities to that of a constitutional monarchy?

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How were Joseph II's policies similar to those of constitutional monarchies in England? He increased citizens' rights and freedoms, such as freedom of speech. ... Absolute monarchs believed in the divine right to rule, while constitutional monarchies gave more religious freedom.

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