Who is the pretender in Spain?

Answer 1

The term "pretender" in the context of Spain typically refers to the claimants to the defunct Spanish throne of the Bourbon dynasty, particularly those associated with the Carlist movements. The most recognized pretender is currently Carlos Javier, Count of Molina, who claims to be the legitimate heir to the Spanish throne based on the Carlist succession line. This claim stems from a historical conflict over the legitimacy of royal succession in the 19th century, leading to several Carlist Wars. The current constitutional monarchy recognizes King Felipe VI as the legitimate king of Spain.