WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Acts of Union, passed by the English and Scottish Parliaments in 1707, led to the creation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain on 1 May of that year. The UK Parliament met for the first time in October 1707.

Detailed explanation-2: -Through this Act, England could impose its influence on Scotland. After the formation of the Union, the English members dominated the British Parliament, and Scotland’s distinctive identity, culture and political institutions were being undermined.

Detailed explanation-3: -After her death, the two Crowns were held in personal union by James, as James I of England, and James VI of Scotland. He announced his intention to unite the two, using the royal prerogative to take the title “King of Great Britain", and give a British character to his court and person.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Act of Union (1707) between England and Scotland led to the formation of the ‘United Kingdom of Great Britain’. Further it meant that England could impose its dominance over Scotland . That is why option C is correct .

Detailed explanation-5: -The finalized ‘Articles of Union’ were signed at Whitehall on 22 July 1706 and formally presented to Queen Anne the following day. They were considered by the Scottish Parliament during October 1706-January 1707, and an Act was then passed declaring Scotland’s assent.