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8: 18th-century society
18th century
the population of Europe increased steadily
In Spain
this period saw the beginning of a demographic trend
higher population density in the periphery
of the Iberian Peninsula
lower population density in the interior
with the exception of Madrid
European society
continued to be based on the estates system
Enlightenment thinkers wanted to introduce reforms
nobility and clergy
opposed to any changes that would reduce their dominance
bourgeoisie
inspired by Enlightenment ideas
such as the value of work and individual effort
Peasants
living conditions did not improve
Social reforms in Spain
The Bourbon kings
implemented social reforms
such as the law passed by Carlos III that eliminated the legal dishonour of labour
The Bourbons
also adopted measures relating to other social groups
1767
the Jesuits were expelled from Spain to eliminate their influence over education
Popular protests
People did not always accept reforms
because they wanted to protect their traditions
such as the Esquilache Riots
