The Age of Liberty (1718-1772)

This period was very important for modern Swedish government. It brought many changes to how things worked in Sweden.

1. Parliamentary Power:

   • The Riksdag, which is Sweden's parliament, started to gain more power. This meant that instead of the king having all the control, the parliament began to share the responsibilities.

2. Elections:

   • By the year 1772, about 40% of eligible men could vote. This meant more people were getting involved in choosing their leaders.

3. Constitution of 1809:

   • This new set of rules created a system that made sure no one branch of government had too much power. It separated the government into three parts: the executive, the legislative, and the judicial branches.

Overall, this era was key to building a strong foundation for democracy in Sweden and making sure people have political rights.