Which monarch restored the monarchy after Cromwell's rule?

Which monarch restored the monarchy after Cromwell's rule?

• A. James II
• B. William III
• C. Charles II
• D. Mary II

Answer: (C)

Restoration of the monarchy in England means the return of royal rule after Puritan leadership under Cromwell. After Charles I was executed and the monarchy was abolished, Oliver Cromwell led the Commonwealth. When Cromwell died and the Protectorate weakened, Parliament invited Charles II, son of Charles I, back from exile in 1660 to take the throne, ending the republican era and restoring the monarchy. His reign begins the Restoration era, distinguishing it from later events under James II and the joint rule of William III and Mary II after the Glorious Revolution.

Restoration of the monarchy in England means the return of royal rule after Puritan leadership under Cromwell. After Charles I was executed and the monarchy was abolished, Oliver Cromwell led the Commonwealth. When Cromwell died and the Protectorate weakened, Parliament invited Charles II, son of Charles I, back from exile in 1660 to take the throne, ending the republican era and restoring the monarchy. His reign begins the Restoration era, distinguishing it from later events under James II and the joint rule of William III and Mary II after the Glorious Revolution.