👉 Czarism, also known as Tsarism or Imperialism, is a political ideology that originated in Russia during the 19th century. It was developed by Russian autocrats like Alexander I and Peter the Great to consolidate power and maintain control over their empire. The term "czar" refers to the title of the Russian ruler who held the title of Tsar, which was bestowed upon them by the Tsarist government. Czarism emphasizes a centralized monarchy with absolute power,