Kings lost their power when they were forced to sign the Magna Carta, but Catherine the Great (Catherine II) never backed down for anyone. The title “Most Absolute Monarch” refers to the power she had over her people. If she decided to do something, it would be done; no questions asked. Catherine the Great of Russia should be crowned the “Most Absolute Monarch” because she controlled the nobles, peasants, the military, the religion and the taxes and government spending. Catherine gave up creating an “enlightened” constitution because she wanted to keep all of her power. She believed that absolute monarchy was the best form of government when done properly. She extended the nobility's power over the people living on and working their lands.
