Depicted on the column of antoninus pius, the or emperor's ascent into heaven to accompany the gods, became a central theme of imperial ideology.

I believe the answer is: aphoteosis

Aphoteosis refers to the glorification of a certain individual or teaching into a divine level. This often used by leaders in the past to justify their behaviours. They often see that Kings and Nobles are the rulers that assigned by the God to rule upon other mankind, which make commoners have no right to question their decision.

recent improvements in technology/telecommunication/internet have increased the pace of globalization.

explanation:

recent improvements in technology have enhanced the pace of globalization. it is not difficult to recognize that technology has created the human race one big issue. there are several aspects to technology but they all serve to meet us the further. i can beat and be friends with a fellow, thousands of miles away. technology has also bridged the knowledge gap and has presented for the ready transfer of ideas and values.