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18th-century society
Social reforms in Spain
Bourbon kings implemented social reforms
the law passed by Carlos III, eliminated the legal dishonour of labour
People didn't accept reforms
they wanted to protect their traditions
Esquilache Riots
popular protests
Carlos III's ministers
prohibit traditional long capes and wide-brimmed hats
Bourbons adopted measures
Jesuits were expelled from Spain
During the 18th century
the population of Europe increased
improved nutrition and hygiene
reduction in the number of epidemics
scientific advances
In Spain
the beginning of a demographic trend
higher population density in the periphery
lower population density in the interior
European society
is based on the estates system
Enlightenment thinkers wanted to introduce reforms
Estates system
The nobility and the clergy
were opposed to any changes that would reduce their dominance
Enlightened despots criticised the economic power
Peasants
living conditions didn't improve
in spite of agricultural reforms
wealthy bourgeoisie
was inspired by Enlightenment ideas
They complained about the privileges enjoyed by the nobility and clergy
