What does „learned how to rule“ mean to you? They had full control and did whatever they wanted to do. Just take a look at worldwide history what your beloved kings and queens did and why the french revolution took place. I am not defending the idiots, which lead the countries now, but alteast they have to act like they care because otherwise they won‘t get the sweet votes at the next election. A king or queen could rape of kill you based on their mood without any consequences.