A 'royal colony' refers to a type of colonial administration in which the territory is directly governed by the reigning monarch. During the age of imperialism, European powers established royal colonies to expand their influence and economic interests in different parts of the world.
The concept of royal colonies has its roots in the colonial era when European powers sought to strengthen their global empires. These colonies were under the direct control of the monarch, often resulting in a more centralized and hierarchical form of governance.
The term 'royal' indicates the direct association with the monarch or royalty, emphasizing the centralized authority and control exercised over the colony.
- Crown Colony
- Monarchical Colony
- Imperial Colony
- Regal Territory
- Self-Governing Colony
- Autonomous Territory
- Independent Settlement