What was the primary type of government in England during the Restoration Period?

During the Restoration Period, which began in 1660, England primarily operated under a monarchy. This era marked the return of Charles II to the throne after a period of republican government under Oliver Cromwell and the Commonwealth. The Restoration symbolized the re-establishment of monarchical rule, as Charles II restored the traditional hierarchical structure that characterized earlier English governance.

While there were elements of constitutional developments beginning to emerge at this time, the dominant form of government remained a monarchy, with absolute power resting in the hands of the king. Charles II's reign is notable for its significant influence on the relationship between the monarchy and Parliament, leading to a gradual shift which would eventually evolve into a constitutional monarchy, but during the Restoration itself, it was predominantly monarchy that defined the governmental structure.