ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -This era is often considered the “Golden Age” of England because it was a time of immense progress, stability, and national pride. During Elizabeth’s reign, England flourished politically and economically. The country also began extending its reach to the New World, solidifying its status as a world power.

Detailed explanation-2: -Since the Elizabethan era was a time of peace and prosperity, it was a time of progress, which is a central reason why the era is called the Golden Age of England.

Detailed explanation-3: -The term, “Elizabethan Era” refers to the English history of Queen Elizabeth I’s reign (1558–1603). Historians often depict it as the golden age in English history and it’s been widely romanticized in books, movies, plays, and TV series.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Elizabethan era in the 16th century was one of adventure, intrigue, personalities, plots and power struggles. At the centre was Queen Elizabeth I, ‘The Virgin Queen’ and the latter part of her reign (from 1558-1603) has been referred to by some historians as a ‘golden age.