WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Romans developed a republic system of government, in which representatives governed on behalf of the citizens. These elected representatives served in a body called the Roman Senate . For most of Roman history, the Senate ruled Rome and was one of the most powerful political institutions in the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -The history of the Roman Senate goes as far back as the history of Rome itself. It was first created as a 100-member advisory group for the Roman kings.

Detailed explanation-3: -Through much of the Roman Republic, an elected official called the censor appointed new senators. Later, the emperor controlled who could become senator. In the early history of Rome, only men from the patrician class could become senators. Later, men from the common class, or plebeians, could also become a senator.

Detailed explanation-4: -Senate, in ancient Rome, the governing and advisory council that proved to be the most permanent element in the Roman constitution.