How did governments develop the idea of Prime Minister Evolve

The idea of Prime Minister, a common post that leads the government in many countries, developed from concepts that evolved from the Middle Age that, over time, became a commonly elected position in many democracies today. How one attained this post has evolved, including who got to chose the person, but today many countries see the post of prime minister as symbolic of a strong democracy that enables wide and equal democratic participation.

Early History

The position of Prime Minister developed from the English Medieval idea of having a leading minister. or effectively and adviser, to the king. For instance, during the reign of Henry VIII, Thomas Cromwell was the king's chief minister who led council meetings and often had the most influence on the king. In fact, it was Thomas Cromwell who help devise and implement the English Reformation, which saw England leave the Catholic church during during 1532-1534 and form the Church of England.