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the council of the indies was in charge of all the administrative functions of the americas,it was also a law making body for the colonies

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What was the purpose of the Council of the Indies?

The purpose of the Council of the Indies was to govern vast and diverse empire in America.


Spanish Latin America was governed by?

The Council of Indies or the King


Which of the following did not result from the over working and deaths of Native Americans in Spanish Colonies?

The establishment of the council of Indies.


What system did the king of Spain use to govern the distant colonies?

The Spanish king used the Council of the Indies to govern them.


What's Supreme Council of the Indies?

The Supreme Council of the Indies was the supreme governing body of Spain's colonies in America (1524-1834). Composed of between 6 and 10 councillors appointed by the king, the council prepared and issued all legislation governing the colonies in the king's name, approved all important acts and expenditures by colonial officials, and acted as a court of last resort in civil suits appealed from colonial courts.


Why is the council of indies important?

The Council of Indies, established in the 16th century, was crucial for the administration of Spain's vast colonial territories in the Americas. It served as the highest governing body overseeing colonial affairs, including legislation, trade, and justice, thereby ensuring Spanish interests were maintained. The council also played a significant role in the implementation of policies regarding indigenous populations and the church. Its decisions shaped the political and economic landscape of colonial Latin America, impacting the development of the region for centuries.


Who is the indies?

There are two 'Indies'. The West Indies (Caribbean) and the East Indies (South and Southeast Aisa).


What was the chief institution of Spanish colonial administration in the western hemisphere?

C is the correct answer. The Council of the Indies, officially, the 'Royal and Supreme Council of the Indies' was the most important administrative organ of the Spanish Empire, both in the Americas and in Asia, combining legislative, executive and judicial functions. The Crown of Castile incorporated the new territories into its domains when Queen Isabella I withdrew the authority granted Christopher Columbus and the first conquistadors, and established direct royal control.


What is the largest indies of the west indies?

The largest nation in the West Indies is Cuba.


What did the Indies have to offer?

What did the Indies have to offer?


Who won West Indies v Ireland?

West Indies


What was the enterprise of the indies?

what was considered to be 'enterprise of the indies.'