The Glorious Revolution of 1688 had a profound impact on the English monarchy, establishing the principle of constitutional monarchy. King James II's attempts to assert royal prerogative and Catholicism prompted a conflict with Parliament, leading to his exile and the ascension of William of Orange and Mary II. This bloodless transfer of power solidified parliamentary supremacy, limiting the powers of the monarch. The Bill of Rights 1689 subsequently articulated the rights of Parliament and the limits on monarchy, establishing a framework for governmental accountability and civil liberties that would influence future democratic principles in England and beyond.