Which religious conflict intensified Catholicism’s position in Spain during the Reconquista?

The correct answer highlights the significance of the Catholic victory in Spain, particularly during the Reconquista, which was a long period of conflict aimed at reclaiming the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule. This triumph culminated in 1492 with the fall of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in Spain, and marked the completion of the Reconquista. The successful expulsion of Muslims reinforced the power and influence of Catholicism within Spain and solidified the identity of the Spanish monarchy as staunch defenders of the Catholic faith.

During this time, the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella, sought not only to unify Spain under their rule but also to enforce religious uniformity. The victory thus led to policies that intensified the role of Catholicism, including the establishment of the Spanish Inquisition to root out heresy and ensure doctrinal compliance. The strength of Catholicism in Spain was consequently enhanced as it became a central component of national pride and identity, with state support further embedding it in the social and political structures of the kingdom.

In contrast, the other choices do not directly relate to the Reconquista's impact on Catholicism's position in Spain. The Great Schism primarily dealt with the division in the Christian Church and does not specifically pertain to events in