During the age of absolutism,why did kings not have to worry about private armies challenging their power?

A) All private armies were used in foreign territories.
B) The pope commandeered all European armies to fight for the papacy.
C) Nobles were happy with their treatment by the crown and would not challenge the king.
D) Kings now had large standing armies loyal to them.
E) Although private armies remained,they were now required to swear allegiance to the king.

Private Armies

Militarized forces maintained by individuals, corporations, or non-state groups, not officially affiliated with or recognized by national governments, often employed for security or combat purposes.

Standing Armies

Standing armies are permanent, professional armies maintained in times of peace as well as war, differing from temporary armies raised during specific conflicts.

Kings

Hereditary monarchs who rule over a kingdom, often considered the highest authority within a monarchical system and symbols of national unity.