Asian Queenship

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Divine Right of KingsA political doctrine in defence of monarchical absolutism, by which a ruler’s authority was derived from God, and therefore unchallengeable.
 
Also see. Mandate of Heaven
Dower LandsProvisions of lands often to a wife in the years of her widowhood, however Queen Consorts are also known to access these lands and their revenue.

Also see. Dowry, Trousseau
DowryAn amount of property or money brought by a bride to her
husband on their marriage.

Also see. Dower Lands, Trousseau
Dynastic Capital Refers to a key factor in the role and influence of a female
monarch.
The value of a marital link with a particular family or nation (also clan, tribe, or confederation); often referring to groups of high lineage.
DynastyA sequence of rulers from the same family, where the power has transferred to at least one successive generation.