The concept of sovereignty was first introduced into political terminology in 1576 by

The concept of sovereignty was first introduced into political terminology by Jean Bodin in 1576. Jean Bodin was a French jurist and political philosopher who is considered as one of the most important figures in the development of modern political thought. He defined sovereignty as the supreme power of the state to make and enforce laws within its own territory without interference from any external authority. His definition of sovereignty became the basis of modern political theory and the cornerstone of modern statehood.