Which king was first addressed as 'Your Majesty'?
Correct answer: A. Henry VIII
- A. Henry VIII
- B. Louis
- C. Victoria
- D. Akbar
Explanation
Henry VIII is generally credited with being the first English monarch addressed as 'Your Majesty,' replacing the older form 'Your Highness.' The title became associated with royal sovereigns during the Tudor period.
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