How did the inquisiton end?

Answer 1

The Inquisition gradually declined in the 18th and 19th centuries due to the rise of Enlightenment ideals, which emphasized reason and individual rights, leading to a growing opposition to religious persecution. The formal abolition of the Spanish Inquisition occurred in 1834, while the Roman Inquisition continued until the mid-20th century, though its influence significantly waned. The decline was also influenced by political changes, including the rise of secular governments and the separation of church and state. Ultimately, the Inquisition was rendered largely obsolete as modern legal systems evolved.