Monarchs such as Joseph II and Catherine II made "enlightened" reforms part of their drive to ________.

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The Enlightenment was a time of increased focus on reason and human rights, and many monarchs saw adopting "enlightened" reforms as a way to gain political support and legitimacy. By modernizing their states and improving the lives of their citizens, they hoped to increase revenues and strengthen their power. While some of these reforms did give commoners more political power, this was often done in a limited and controlled way that served the interests of the ruling class. Moving away from monarchy or toward constitutional monarchy was not typically a goal of these monarchs, who generally sought to maintain their power and authority.

Monarchs Such as Joseph II and Catherine II Made "Enlightened