royal jurisdiction

Royal jurisdiction refers to the legal authority or powers held by a monarch within a specific territory. It encompasses the ability to enforce laws, administer justice, and oversee governance. Historically, this meant that the king or queen could make decisions on legal matters and manage disputes, often through royal courts. In modern contexts, royal jurisdiction has largely been delegated to elected representatives and judicial systems, but the concept still symbolizes the ultimate source of legal authority rooted in the monarchy's historical role in society.