USA HISTORY

MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800

THE FRENCH REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following was NOT an impact of the French Revolution on the world?
A
Got rid of the estate system
B
Increased nationalism
C
Started the age of revolutions
D
Decreased the power of religion
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Not only did it put an end to the feudal system, disband a kingdom and its monarchy, and establish civil laws and fairer representation of all peoples under governance, it also served to unify and strengthen France as a country and a people.

Detailed explanation-2: -The French Revolution not only brought a new age to France but also influenced the other nations. The ideals of nationalism resonated among other nations giving way for people to revolt against unjust rule. The revolution also introduced the concept of democracy to other nations.

Detailed explanation-3: -The French Revolution propounded the principle of democracy in the political field. It gave importance to the doctrine of ‘popular sovereignty’ by ending the monarchy based on divine principles. Declaration of human rights, principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity made humans an important part of history.

Detailed explanation-4: -The poorer sections of the third estate and women were disappointed with the outcome of the French revolution because their aspirations were not properly fulfilled, example women were not given voting rights.

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