WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

WORLD WAR I AND THE RUSSIAN REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following acted as a major grievance against Russia’s Provisional Government after the March 1917 Revolution?
A
its compromises with the militant Bolshevik movement.
B
the inclusion of former tsarist supporters in the government.
C
vigorous policies of state centralization and taxation.
D
the decision to continue fighting in World War I.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Economic difficulties: Russia was facing severe economic difficulties, including food shortages and inflation. The Provisional Government was unable to address these issues effectively, and many Russians blamed the government for their economic hardship.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Provisional Government failed to recognize the need for peace and thus did not prioritize the withdrawal from the world war, and there was a naval mutiny. The government was too focused on the war, and the economic and social problems began to worsen.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Provisional Government was unable to make decisive policy decisions due to political factionalism and a breakdown of state structures. This weakness left the government open to strong challenges from both the right and the left.

Detailed explanation-4: -Result: Abdication of the Tsar and the end of nearly 500 years of autocratic rule in Russia. Provisional Government established and reforms introduced. Russia continues to fight in the First World War.

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