Reign refers to the period of time during which a ruler, such as a king, queen, or emperor, holds power and governs over a territory or people. It signifies their authority and control.
Related terms
Dynasty: A sequence of rulers from the same family who maintain control over a region for an extended period.
Succession: The process by which power is transferred from one ruler to another, often within a family or through designated successors.
Absolute Monarchy: A form of government where one ruler has complete authority over all aspects of governance without any checks or balances.