5 Questions
What is the main purpose of the visitador mentioned in the text?
To observe the state of the country and make reports to the king of Spain
What is the significance of the residencia system in Spain?
To investigate past governors and their actions
Why did the system involving the new gobernador general and real Audiencia take six months?
To provide ample time for the accused to defend themselves
What was a major reason why the efforts of the king of Spain to control abuse cases failed?
Corruption among the tagausig and visitador receiving bribes
What were some consequences faced by those found guilty in the residencia system?
Suspension of duties and responsibilities
Learn about the Residencia system in the Spanish colonial Philippines, where two parties investigate the actions of the previous governor general over a six-month period. Discover the roles of the real Audiencia, new gobernador general, and the Visitador in this system.
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