WORLD HISTORY

FRENCH REVOLUTION

FRANCE UNDER NAPOLEON

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which was NOT a reform introduced by Napoleon?
A
Use of the guillotine to silence all critics.
B
A new set of laws called the Napoleonic Code.
C
Took steps to end government corruption.
D
Establishment of public schools for all.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Napoleon instituted various reforms, such as higher education, a tax code, road and sewer systems, and established the Banque de France, the first central bank in French history.

Detailed explanation-2: -Administrative reforms by Napoleon: It included criminal code, military code & code of civil procedure, and commercial code. The Napoleonic Code followed Napoleon’s new constitution, which had created the first consul. He abolished serfdom and feudalism.

Detailed explanation-3: -He simplified administrative divisions, the abolished feudal system, and freed peasants from serfdom and manorial dues.

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